New Student Orientation

Orientation introduces new students to life as a Rider Bronc. This fun-filled and informative event offers opportunities for you to get to know your classmates and prepare for a successful transition to college life. Orientation is for enrolled students only; please make sure you have made your deposit to the University to confirm your enrollment prior to registering for a session. If you have any questions, please contact us at 609-896-5314 or [email protected]. 

Please note, international students must visit the Office of International Education page for details about International Student Orientation and other important pre-arrival information for global scholars.

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Important information

• Orientation is mandatory.
• Placement testing should be completed prior to Orientation. 
• Prior to your arrival on campus for orientation, students will be given access to our Canvas course, "Becoming a Bronc - Your Guide to Success," which includes important information about campus resources, policies, and expectations to ensure a successful start to your academic journey as a Bronc.
• While the majority of Orientation is for students only, we understand the importance of supporting families and guests during the transition to college. Each session will have a dedicated Family & Guest Program (for the overnight sessions, the Families and Guests Program will occur on day 2).

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Families & Guests Information:

The Office First-Year Programs is equally dedicated to the families and guests of our incoming students. We value our partnership and are committed to providing information to help guide our families through the college process. At each of our New Student Orientation sessions, a separate Family & Guest presentation will be held to provide resources, tips, and tricks as you and your student navigate Rider. (The schedule below is only for Families & Guests; the student schedule is listed above)

The Families & Guests Single Day presentation will be taking place from 7:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on:

• Wednesday, June 26
• Monday, July 22

The Families & Guests Overnight presentation will be taking place from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. (Day 2) on:

• Tuesday, July 9 - Wednesday, July 10
• Monday, July 15 - Tuesday, July 16
• Wednesday, July 24 - Thursday, July 25

Resources: 

• Campus map
• Student Accessibility and Support Services (PDF)
• Resources for parents and families of new students