Making your education affordable
Rider is proud to be among the nation’s top universities recognized by Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society for our commitment and investment of resources to support transfer students.
At Rider, students do not have to apply for transfer scholarships; they are automatically awarded if you are eligible.
Spring 2025 Transfer Students
Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Transfer Students
Maintaining Your Scholarship
Scholarships are renewable for up to three consecutive years of full-time study provided student remains in good academic standing with the University, which is determined by the Committee of Academic Standing within each academic college.
Transfer Trustee Scholarship recipients must maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA.
Continuing education for adult learners
No matter where you began your journey, Rider University is eager to help you complete the path to your degree. Full-time or part-time undergraduate matriculated students who are 25 or older as of the start of their first semester and active-duty military and veterans qualify for Continuing Education Program (CEP) admission. Those under the age of 25 who are not active-duty military or veterans but are pursuing a 100% online undergraduate degree program are also considered continuing education students. Benefits for adult learners include low per-credit tuition rates, flexible learning options, individualized counseling and a range of resources structured to help you reach your educational and career goals.