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Enrollment Deposit

How much is RIDER's enrollment deposit?

Rider University requires a deposit of $200 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

28.60%

Rider University is in the top 28.60% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

44.00%

Rider University is in the top 44.00% of colleges in the state of New Jersey for deposit cost. 7.14% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

22.10%

Rider University is in the top 22.10% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Rider University educates a diverse community of 4,054 students, with 3,169 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 885 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

4,054


Total Undergraduates

3,169

Total Graduates

885


Full-Time vs Part-Time

81% Full-Time

19% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Rider University has a 84% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Rider University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1210 and the average ACT score is 26.


Acceptance Rate

84%


Application Fee

$50

How Do I Apply to Rider University?

You can apply to Rider University by going to the official application page and paying the $50 application fee.


SAT

Students submitting SAT

17%

Total Score

400

1600

11001300

Reading and Writing

200

800

560650

Math

200

800

540650

ACT

Students submitting ACT

2%

Composite Score

0

36

2129

English

0

36

2129

Math

0

36

2028

Location

Located in Lawrenceville, NJ, Rider University offers students a suburban experience with all the advantages of proximity to urban amenities.


City

Lawrenceville


County

Mercer County


State

New Jersey


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Large

About

Rider University features a student-focused approach with a 10 : 1 student-faculty ratio, values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

10 : 1


Religious Affiliation

None


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Rider University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $26,388 with 98% of students receiving financial assistance including 41% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$26,388


Received Aid

98%


Pell Recipients

41%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $38,900

Out-of-State: $38,900

Demographics

The Rider University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with NaN% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
1,369 (43%)
Women
1,800 (57%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
9 (0%)
18-19
1,126 (36%)
20-21
1,301 (41%)
22-24
511 (16%)
Over 25
222 (7%)

Outcomes

Rider University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 65% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

65%

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