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Rider University

Lawrenceville, NJ β€’ private β€’ I | MAAC
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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 3,807 β€’ Total: 4,932
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
2083 Lawrenceville Road
Lawrenceville, NJ
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Website
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 1,767 (46.4%) β€’ Female: 2,040 (53.6%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 211 5.5%
Black/African American 493 12.9%
Hispanic/Latino 701 18.4%
White 2,004 52.6%
Two or More Races 115 3.0%
International 144 3.8%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
79.4%
7,201 admitted from 9,069 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 560-660
Math: 540-650
Total: 1100-1310
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
22-29
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
β€”
Application Fee
$60
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: Rolling
Special Notes
EA perks include priority consideration for scholarships and priority class scheduling.

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
63.3%
4-Year Graduation Rate
57.0%
Freshman Retention Rate
82.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
23.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$57,830
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $39,700
Room & Board
$17,230
Books & Supplies
$900
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $15,824
$30,001-48,000 $18,090
$48,001-75,000 $22,119
$75,001-110,000 $28,445
$110,001+ $31,574
Students Receiving Pell Grants
94%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$26,618

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
MAAC
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Field Hockey Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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πŸ’° Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.7 GPA
In-State Awards
$1,000-$28,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$28,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$4,700 total
2 automatic scholarships (7 total)
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Common questions about Rider University

What is Rider University's acceptance rate?
Rider University accepts 79% of applicants, from 9,069 applications.
How much does Rider University cost?
Tuition and fees are $39,700. Families earning under $30,000 pay $15,824 on average after aid.
Does Rider University require SAT or ACT scores?
Rider University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Rider University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 29 on the ACT.
What is Rider University's graduation rate?
63% of students graduate within six years.