Scholarships for Transfer Students

For Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Full Time Students*

To be considered for one of our transfer academic scholarships, you must:

• Submit a completed application for admission by our preferred deadline of December 1 for Spring term admission or April 1 for Fall term admission, including the essay and all official transcripts.
  • To be considered for Rider's Full-Tuition Transfer Trustee Scholarship, you must apply by February 1, 2025
  • Note: Students are encouraged to submit applications by the preferred deadlines. However, we will still consider applications submitted after these dates and will continue to award scholarships to eligible students.
• Be regularly admissible to the University as a full-time student
• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 on a 4.0 scale, based on all college level work. If you have attended more than one college, your cumulative GPA is calculated based on grades from all colleges attended.
• Have completed at least 12 credits of coursework at the college level.

For New Jersey residents—the Rider Tuition Guarantee: 

• Rider guarantees free tuition for qualified in-state students! If you're a New Jersey resident with a GPA of 3.5 or above based on a 4.0 grading scale, an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less, and are receiving both full TAG and Pell grants, you may be eligible to attend Rider University tuition-free when you apply as an undergraduate student for the fall 2025 or spring 2026 start terms. Terms and conditions apply. Learn more at rider.edu/tuition-guarantee

Rider University Full Tuition Transfer Trustee Scholarship

Apply for the prestigious Transfer Trustee Scholarship, a full-tuition scholarship given to the top 3 community college graduates who plan to start at Rider in the fall semester. Rider's Trustee Scholarship provides FULL TUITION for two years of full-time study. Learn more.

PTK Scholarships

If you attend a community college and are a member of Phi Theta Kappa, you will receive an additional $2,000 on top of your merit based scholarship above.  At Rider our top transfer scholarships are worth nearly 50% of tuition.  For full details, visit the Office of Financial Aid.

Accounting Scholarship 

$2,000 annually

Transfer students entering Rider University's prestigious accounting program have a more affordable path to earning both an undergraduate and a graduate degree. Learn More

Alumni Legacy Award

$2,000 annually ($1,000 per semester)

The Legacy Award is provided to all students who are the child, grandchild or sibling of a Rider graduate. Qualified students receive a $2,000 grant that is renewable for up to four years of study at Rider University (up to $8,000 total). The policy to maintain the Legacy Award is outlined on the application. Please note that if Legacy Award appears on your financial aid award letter, you do not need to complete the application. However, students must maintain the eligibility requirements outlined on the Legacy Award Policy/Application form.

Athletic Scholarships

As an NCAA Division I school, student athletes at Rider may be awarded scholarships based on athletic ability in one of Rider's intercollegiate sports. Awarded athletic scholarships must comply with NCAA regulations. Student athletes are required to complete the FAFSA annually. Interested students should contact the athletics department at 609-896-5054 for the appropriate coach's name and telephone extension or visit gobroncs.com.

Community Scholars/Bonner Leaders

This service-based scholarship program provides education awards based on the amount of hours served on a community service project. Admitted students with significant community service experience during high school are invited to apply. Applications are available to newly admitted students beginning in January each year. Learn More

Foreign Language Scholarships 

$2,000 annually ($1,000 per semester)

The Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Rider University offers $2,000 annually-renewable scholarships to incoming undergraduates who declare a foreign language major. Majors are offered in French and Spanish. Learn more.

Gail Bierenbaum Leadership Council (GBLC) Mentoring Program

$1,000 annually ($500 per semester)
The GBLC mentoring program provides formal mentoring relationships for Rider students to help them find success at Rider as well as empower students to succeed in life beyond college. Renewable for up to four years of study at Rider University. 

Teacher Education Scholarship

Up to $5,000 annually

Beginning in fall 2024, undergraduate students entering Rider University's elementary education or secondary education or music education programs may be eligible for an annually renewable scholarship award, up to $5,000 value. Learn More

Sibling Grants

$2,000 annually ($1,000 per semester)

Available to any new full-time undergraduate student enrolling at Rider University who has a sibling currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate at Rider. Awarded to each additional sibling as long as multiple siblings are enrolled, up to four years. Enrolling siblings must complete the Sibling Application and submit it to the Office of Financial Aid.

Military and Veterans

View scholarships and financial aid opportunities for veterans, military service members and their beneficiaries.

Other Financial Aid Opportunities

The Office of Financial Aid is available to help students and families meet the cost of their education.  If you have changes in your financial circumstances or would like to discuss opportunities for additional financial assistance, you may stop by the One Stop Services office located on the top floor of the Bart Luedeke Center or contact us at [email protected] to schedule an appointment. 

Other External Scholarship Search Engines

Small scholarships add up!  Be patient, persistent and never pay for external scholarships.  Check with foundations, businesses, clubs, organizations, religious affiliations and educational benefits/scholarships at companies for employees and/or employees' dependents. Remember that deadlines and application procedures vary widely but you should never stop researching external scholarship sources.

• Fastweb Scholarship Search
• College Board's Scholarship Search
• Scholarships for College