Rider University enables its students to acquire knowledge, think critically, communicate clearly, and lead effectively so they may enjoy fulfilling lives and successful careers. A challenging and caring institutional environment encourages and supports students as they recognize and develop their unique potentials. Through its curricula, support services and activities, the University meets the distinctive needs of its undergraduate and graduate students.
The mission statement was adopted by the Rider Board of Trustees on December 2, 1993, and amended on April 7, 1994.
Rider University is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian university located chiefly in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, in Mercer County. It consists of four academic units - the College of Business Administration, the College of Liberal Arts, Education and Sciences, and the College of Continuing Studies - plus Westminster Choir College, which is located in the nearby borough of Princeton. In addition to regional accreditation, the undergraduate and graduate programs in business are accredited by AACSB, and the professional education graduate programs are accredited by NCATE.
The 280-acre Lawrenceville campus is in a suburban area three miles north of Trenton and five miles south of Princeton. The modern facilities, designed to meet the academic, social, and recreational needs of the Rider faculty and students, are clustered and within easy walking distance of one another on the large park-like campus.
The Westminster campus is in Princeton, NJ.
Traditional liberal arts programs of study are offered on the Lawrenceville campus, as well as undergraduate business and education studies. The Westminster campus offers musically-based curricula.
The College of Business Administration offers two graduate degrees: the Master of Accountancy (M.Acc.) and the Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.).
The Department of Graduate Education and Human Services offers five master of arts degrees and 25 certification programs. M.A. degrees are offered in Counseling Services; Curriculum, Instruction, and Supervision; Educational Administration; Reading and Language Arts; and Human Services Administration. Among the many certification programs is a Graduate-Level Teacher Certification program. In addition, two educational specialist degrees are offered: an Ed.S. degree in Counseling Services and an Ed.S. degree in School Psychology.
There are a total of 55 faculty members actively involved with graduate business students through teaching or research. Of this number, 47 are full-time faculty and 8 are part-time or adjunct. Current research areas include ethics, international business, marketing to the Latino community in the United States, gender differences in career progression, entrepreneurship, health care management, and diversity.
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| Percent of Students International: | 2% |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 52% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Basketball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) Baseball (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) Track (Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | Expenses | ||
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 22,910 | ||
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 560 | ||
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,248 | 22% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 5,173 | 27% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 8,832 | 88% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 7,868 | 74% | |
Any Aid: |
94% |
| Acceptance Rate: | 81% (Selective) |
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| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 98% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 470, Math: 480 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 570, Math: 580 |
| Application Fee: | $ 45.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Required |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Recommended |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Required |
| TOEFL: | Recommended |
| Test Scores: | Required |
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Question:
does anyone go to rider university?
i'm going to rider university next year, and i was wondering how it is there. i know pretty much everything about it i guess, and ir eally like it. but i just wanted to know what college is really like.
even if you dont go to rider university, how is college?? what is it like?? i am so excited and i just want lots of answers and opinions on this subject.
21 months ago
Best Answer
It's been awhile since I was in college, but my son is a freshman at a small liberal arts school in Massachusetts.
He is loving it...he's met lots of new friends, enjoys his classes and the freedom of living away from home. He stays very busy with school work and also now participates in student council and some club/intramural sports to stay physically active.
I think a big key is to get involved. Really throw yourself into the whole experience and get out there. This is a very special time in your life so make the most of it. I mean, re: schoolwork, activities, social life, etc. But be careful, and make good decisions, as well. You want to remain safe and keep your life on a positive path.
Best of luck to you.
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