Online Programs and Courses

100% Online Degree Programs

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How to apply

Rider’s 100% online undergraduate and graduate degree programs are designed for students who want to complete or advance their education. Learn how to get started on your application.

How to apply

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Browse Online Undergraduate Programs

Begin or complete your bachelor’s degree with our flexible, online programs designed to fit your busy schedule.

Browse bachelor's programs

Browse Online Graduate Programs

Redefine or take your career to new heights with our online master's degree and graduate certificate programs.

Browse graduate programs

Online Program Rankings

Rider University′s online programs are among more than 1,800 programs surveyed by U.S. News. Only regionally accredited institutions whose programs are offered mostly or entirely online were evaluated. Rider is also top ranked as a regional university that is recognized for its value, veteran friendliness, and academic program quality.

U.S. News and World Report online rankings include:

Best Online Bachelor's Programs
Best Online Master's in Business Programs
Best Online MBA Programs
Best Online Master's in Education Programs
Best Online Master's in Nursing Programs

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State authorization for distance learning

Rider University is an approved institutional participant of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (NC-SARA). NC-SARA is a national initiative that provides broad access to programs and courses while maintaining compliance standards with state regulatory agencies. Participation allows Rider to deliver distance education programs and courses to students in approved SARA member states/territories.