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Lifting Barriers

Rider's Lifting Barriers initiative is designed to help students break through significant obstacles they face in obtaining a college education and a successful career. Because nothing should stand in the way of student achievement. Please see our Lifting Barriers website for information about our exciting initiative. 

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2022-2023 Academic Year

Total expenses for an undergraduate education at Rider includes tuition, room and board (view Housing and Dining Rates), books, and miscellaneous fees or expenses.

Tuition

Credits Cost
12 to 18 credits 
(Full-time students entering in the 2021-22 academic year of after)
$18,000 per semester
12 to 18 credits
(Full-time students entering prior to the 2021-22 academic year)
$23,635 per semester
Each credit above 18 $660 per credit
1 – 11 credits $1,340 per credit

The comprehensive full-time tuition may not include audit and noncredit courses.

Student Expenses

Expense Per Course Per Semester
General Student Fee
(Full-time students entering in the 2021-22 academic year or after)
  $600
Student Activities Fee
(Full-time students entering prior to the 2021-22 academic year)
  $145
Technology Fees
(Full-time students entering prior to the 2021-22 academic year)
  $280
Technology Fee
(Part-time students)
$60  
Distance Learning Course Fee $35  
Audit $180  
Student Teaching Fees   $250 per semester (only when student teaching)
$300 edTPA fee (only when student teaching)
Applied Music
Westminster Choir College – Applied Music
1 Hour Sessions
  $2,090 per semester (Part-Time)
$1,500 – Elective per semester (Full-Time)
Westminster Choir College – Applied Music
30 Minute Sessions
  $1,050 per semester (Part-Time)
$740 – Elective per semester (Full-Time)

For students whose major requires applied music lessons, the cost of the primary lessons is included in the full-time tuition rate until the requirement is met. If the student chooses 1) additional lessons beyond the requirement, 2) hour-long lessons when half-hour lessons are required, or 3) enrolls in applied music on an additional instrument, the student will be charged the appropriate elective fee. Part-time students are charged the appropriate Applied Music fee for their lesson. There are no other per-credit fees associated with the Applied Music lesson for part-time students.

Students enrolled in majors that do not require lessons are required to pay the Applied Music fee for each semester of elective lessons.

New Student Program Fee (One-time fee)
New Fall semester students
(excluding international students)
  $275
New Spring semester students
(excluding international students
  $75
New international students (Fall and Spring)
(excluding ELI students)
  $275

Other Expenses

Expense Cost
Accompanist Fee* (per semester) - 1 hour $550
Accompanist Fee* (per semester) - 1/2 hour $300
Application Fee (non-refundable) $50
Chapel Choir Robe (WCC Freshmen) $135
Dishonored Check Fee $30
Enrollment Clearance Fee $50
Graduation Fee $100
ID Card Replacement - First Time $30
ID Card Replacement - Subsequent Times $60
Late Payment Plan Fee $25
Late Tuition Payment
(all FT undergraduates)
$250
Late Tuition Payment
(all PT undergraduates)
$50
Monthly Payment Plan Fee (annual payment plan) $75
Monthly Payment Plan Fee (semester payment plan) $45
Music Theatre/Theatre Showcase (MTR/THE 497) $200
Parking Fee for Freshman Residents
(One-time fee for new Fall freshmen residents with registered vehicle)
$300
Parking Fee for Freshman Residents
(One-time fee for new Spring freshmen residents with registered vehicle)
$150
Student Medical Insurance** TBA
Summer Internship Fee $250
Transcript Fee - electronic PDF $10
Transcript Fee - Fedex (Canada and Mexico) $75
Transcript Fee - Fedex (International) $120
Transcript Fee - Fedex (within the US) $75
Transcript Fee - official transcripts sent internally within Rider $0
Transcript Fee - student/alumni pick up $15
Transcript Fee - US Mail $15
Voice Coaching Fee $600 (1 credit)
$1,200 (2 credits)

*Voice primary students should expect, in most cases, to hire accompanists. They may choose to hire a college-approved accompanist at a standard fee of $550 per semester. The semester fee is not refundable in any part if a student discontinues voice study or decides to seek out another accompanist.

**Medical plans are marketed in spring, rates for the current year will be determined based on the plan marketing.

The fees and charges set forth herein are subject to adjustment at any time.

Questions regarding rates and fees should be directed to the Bursar's Office at 609-896-5020.

Eligibility for scholarships, loans, and housing may be jeopardized if a student registers for a part-time load.

Students receiving financial aid from federal government programs or agencies (for example the Veterans Administration, the Civil Service Commission or State Scholarship Commissions) must pursue a full-time course of study of 12 credits or more to meet the eligibility requirements for continued assistance. Most state programs have the same requirement.

Continuing education for adult learners

No matter where you began your journey, Rider University is eager to help you complete the path to your degree. Students aged 25 and over qualify for Continuing Education Program (CEP) admission. Benefits for adult learners include low per-credit tuition rates, flexible learning options, individualized counseling and a range of resources structured to help you reach your educational and career goals.

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