Rider University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Lawrenceville, New Jersey with 3,106 undergraduates. It admits 79% of applicants, costs an average of $24,780 a year after grants and graduates 62% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Rider University acceptance rate and admissions
Rider University admitted 79% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 550 to 670, math 550 to 650). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Rider University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $60 for U.S. applicants ($75 for international applicants). Confirm dates on Rider University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Rider University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $43,240 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $17,700 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $57,491 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $24,780 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $24,780 a year after grants and scholarships, $32,711 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Rider University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Rider University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 62% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $66,376 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,797 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 36% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Rider University majors and what graduates earn
Rider University awarded bachelor's degrees in 48 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from accounting ($91,950).
All 48 majors at Rider University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Rider University
18 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 18 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | Master's | 85 | $73,679 | $37,263 |
| Accounting | Master's | 41 | $78,134 | $31,300 |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 37 | $61,001 | $23,215 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 33 | $60,042 | $54,586 |
| Music | Master's | 30 | $52,766 | $39,372 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 25 | $60,854 | $44,740 |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 11 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 10 | $79,751 | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 8 | $57,501 | n/a |
| Public relations and advertising | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| IT and network administration | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Security Science and Technology | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Homeland security | Master's | 5 | $62,315 | n/a |
| Business analytics and operations research | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Religious Music and Worship | Master's | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by subject | Master's | 1 | $58,829 | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,106 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Rider University?
Rider University admitted 79% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Rider University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $43,240. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $24,780 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Rider University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 550 to 670 in reading and writing and 550 to 650 in math, and 27 to 31 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Rider University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Rider University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Rider University?
62% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Rider University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $66,376 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.