C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
4,083
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
82%
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
79%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Rider University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $475,108
- Avg rent near campus: $2,655/mo — vs ~$1,159/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 08609 (7.0% cap, Trenton)
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🏆 Where Rider University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $37,700 | $37,700 |
| Room | $10,430 | |
| Board | $6,300 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $59,130 | $59,130 |
Financial Aid
100%
Receive Any Aid
35%
Receive Pell Grants
64%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
93 grads/yr
Accounting
86 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
61 grads/yr
Psychology, General
57 grads/yr
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology, Other
43 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
42 grads/yr
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods, Other
37 grads/yr
Organizational Leadership
35 grads/yr
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
33 grads/yr
Finance, General
32 grads/yr
Voice and Opera
31 grads/yr
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
28 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
27 grads/yr
Applied Psychology
25 grads/yr
Computer Science
24 grads/yr
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
23 grads/yr
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
22 grads/yr
Music Pedagogy
21 grads/yr
Modeling, Virtual Environments and Simulation
18 grads/yr
Secondary Education and Teaching
18 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Rider University's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
4,083
Total Students
59%
Women
93%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
55%
Hispanic
17%
Black
13%
Asian
5%
Two or More
3%
Non-Resident
4%
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
57%
Hybrid (Some Online)
33%
Fully Online
10%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
93%
25-64 (Adult)
7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Rider University?
Rider University has an acceptance rate of 79%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Rider University?
Tuition at Rider University is
$37,700 for in-state students
and $37,700 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Rider University?
The graduation rate at Rider University is 63%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Rider University a good school?
Rider University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Rider University?
Rider University has a total enrollment of 4,083 students.
Most students (93%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology