Making your education affordable
At Rider University, we understand that affordability is one of the biggest concerns when considering a college education. That’s why we’re proud to offer generous scholarships and financial aid to 99% of our students—tailored to your unique needs and achievements.
Our dedicated financial aid counselors work closely with you and your family to help navigate the financial aid process, answer questions, and provide the tools and support you need to make Rider an affordable investment in your future. By making scholarships accessible and providing personalized financial counseling, Rider University is here to help you make a great education affordable. We’re excited to support you every step of the way!
Explore scholarship opportunities:
We offer a variety of scholarships to support students from all walks of life. Click below to explore options that might be the perfect fit for you.
- First-Year Scholarships: For students entering college for the first time.
- Transfer Scholarships: For students transferring to Rider from other institutions.
- Continuing Education Scholarships: For non-traditional students.
- Graduate Scholarships: For students pursuing advanced degrees.
Additional resources:
- Military and Veteran benefits, scholarships and aid opportunities
- Federal and state grants: Additional funding options through government programs.
Free Tuition for Eligible NJ Residents:
Rider University guarantees free tuition for qualified in-state students! If you're a New Jersey resident with a GPA of 3.5 or above based on a 4.0 grading scale, an adjusted gross income of $50,000 or less, and are receiving both full TAG and Pell grants, you may be eligible to attend Rider University tuition-free when you apply as an undergraduate student for the spring 2025, fall 2025 or spring 2026 start terms. Terms and conditions apply.
Don't forget your FAFSA!
Completing your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is key to determining the amount of financial aid you will receive. Transmit your FAFSA to Rider University using federal school code 002628. Rider uses the FAFSA as the foundation for all financial aid awards and until this is completed, we can only award your merit based aid.