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Tuition and Aid | Rider University
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Making college finances manageable
A Rider education is within reach — and we’re here to help you make it happen.
Paying for college doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. At Rider, we’ll work with you and your family to create a financial plan that makes sense for you. Nearly all Rider students receive scholarships and aid, and our dedicated financial aid team is ready to guide you through every step — from understanding costs to exploring options that make your payments manageable.
Contact the One Stop Services office
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Get started with your financial plan
Paying for college doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll help you make sense of your options and create a financial plan that works for you. From estimating your costs to making payments,
our advisors are here to guide you
every step of the way.
Understand what college may really cost
Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate your cost to attend Rider, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books and other expenses, minus potential scholarships and grants.
Your results are an estimate based on historic data
, not a final financial aid offer. Actual costs and aid may vary. To receive an official aid package, you must complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and transmit it to Rider University using
school code 002628
.
Use the Net Price Calculator
Find money you don’t have to pay back
When you
apply to Rider,
you’re automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Ninety-nine percent of students receive Rider-funded scholarships or gift aid that does not need to be repaid. Make sure you also file your
FAFSA
to see what other aid you may qualify for!
Learn about scholarships and aid
Flexible options to fit your budget
Our team can help you explore monthly payment plans, as well as consider your 529 plans and other resources to help manage your costs. Together, we’ll build a plan that works for your family’s financial goals.
Explore payment options
Loans as a last step, with guidance
If you need to take out loans, we’ll help you understand your options and create a borrowing strategy that keeps debt as low as possible. Our goal is to help you borrow only what you need and plan confidently for repayment.
Learn about loan options
Get help every step of the way
Rider’s One Stop Services team is here to support you with any scholarship, financial aid, and billing-related questions from
filing your FAFSA
to
developing a financial game plan
. It all starts with a conversation. Email us, call by phone, schedule a meeting or pop into our Zoom waiting room for assistance. We're here for you.
Contact One Stop Services
Understand your tuition and costs
Review detailed information about tuition, housing, dining rates and other fees for the current academic year. Learn about the many financing options available to make Rider more affordable for you.
View tuition and fees
Manage your student account
Make your tuition or housing deposit, understand your bill, view payment options and learn how refunds are processed. We’ll help ensure you stay on track with your payments.
Deposit or pay your bill
Understand what college may really cost
Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate your cost to attend Rider, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books and other expenses, minus potential scholarships and grants.
Your results are an estimate based on historic data
, not a final financial aid offer. Actual costs and aid may vary. To receive an official aid package, you must complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and transmit it to Rider University using
school code 002628
.
Use the Net Price Calculator
Find money you don’t have to pay back
When you
apply to Rider,
you’re automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Ninety-nine percent of students receive Rider-funded scholarships or gift aid that does not need to be repaid. Make sure you also file your
FAFSA
to see what other aid you may qualify for!
Learn about scholarships and aid
Flexible options to fit your budget
Our team can help you explore monthly payment plans, as well as consider your 529 plans and other resources to help manage your costs. Together, we’ll build a plan that works for your family’s financial goals.
Explore payment options
Loans as a last step, with guidance
If you need to take out loans, we’ll help you understand your options and create a borrowing strategy that keeps debt as low as possible. Our goal is to help you borrow only what you need and plan confidently for repayment.
Learn about loan options
Get help every step of the way
Rider’s One Stop Services team is here to support you with any scholarship, financial aid, and billing-related questions from
filing your FAFSA
to
developing a financial game plan
. It all starts with a conversation. Email us, call by phone, schedule a meeting or pop into our Zoom waiting room for assistance. We're here for you.
Contact One Stop Services
Understand your tuition and costs
Review detailed information about tuition, housing, dining rates and other fees for the current academic year. Learn about the many financing options available to make Rider more affordable for you.
View tuition and fees
Manage your student account
Make your tuition or housing deposit, understand your bill, view payment options and learn how refunds are processed. We’ll help ensure you stay on track with your payments.
Deposit or pay your bill
By the numbers
99%
Of students receive Rider-funded scholarships and financial aid
$27K
Average student assistance package
$65M
Total institutional funds awarded by Rider annually
Free tuition guaranteed for eligible New Jersey 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.
Tuition Guarantee
Financial wellness resources
Explore the information that fits your situation. Find detailed information about loans, scholarships and grants, tuition and fees, and related financial wellness resources.
Undergraduate - New Students
Undergraduate - Returning Students
Continuing Education Students
Graduate Students
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Helpful resources
Tuition and fees
Scholarships and grants
Guide to Financial Aid
Submit your FAFSA
Make a deposit or pay a bill
Request an appointment
Skip to Main Content
Skip to Footer
Making college finances manageable
A Rider education is within reach — and we’re here to help you make it happen.
Paying for college doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. At Rider, we’ll work with you and your family to create a financial plan that makes sense for you. Nearly all Rider students receive scholarships and aid, and our dedicated financial aid team is ready to guide you through every step — from understanding costs to exploring options that make your payments manageable.
Contact the One Stop Services office
Image
Image
Get started with your financial plan
Paying for college doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Wherever you are in your journey, we’ll help you make sense of your options and create a financial plan that works for you. From estimating your costs to making payments,
our advisors are here to guide you
every step of the way.
Understand what college may really cost
Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate your cost to attend Rider, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books and other expenses, minus potential scholarships and grants.
Your results are an estimate based on historic data
, not a final financial aid offer. Actual costs and aid may vary. To receive an official aid package, you must complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and transmit it to Rider University using
school code 002628
.
Use the Net Price Calculator
Find money you don’t have to pay back
When you
apply to Rider,
you’re automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Ninety-nine percent of students receive Rider-funded scholarships or gift aid that does not need to be repaid. Make sure you also file your
FAFSA
to see what other aid you may qualify for!
Learn about scholarships and aid
Flexible options to fit your budget
Our team can help you explore monthly payment plans, as well as consider your 529 plans and other resources to help manage your costs. Together, we’ll build a plan that works for your family’s financial goals.
Explore payment options
Loans as a last step, with guidance
If you need to take out loans, we’ll help you understand your options and create a borrowing strategy that keeps debt as low as possible. Our goal is to help you borrow only what you need and plan confidently for repayment.
Learn about loan options
Get help every step of the way
Rider’s One Stop Services team is here to support you with any scholarship, financial aid, and billing-related questions from
filing your FAFSA
to
developing a financial game plan
. It all starts with a conversation. Email us, call by phone, schedule a meeting or pop into our Zoom waiting room for assistance. We're here for you.
Contact One Stop Services
Understand your tuition and costs
Review detailed information about tuition, housing, dining rates and other fees for the current academic year. Learn about the many financing options available to make Rider more affordable for you.
View tuition and fees
Manage your student account
Make your tuition or housing deposit, understand your bill, view payment options and learn how refunds are processed. We’ll help ensure you stay on track with your payments.
Deposit or pay your bill
Understand what college may really cost
Use our Net Price Calculator to estimate your cost to attend Rider, including tuition, fees, housing, meals, books and other expenses, minus potential scholarships and grants.
Your results are an estimate based on historic data
, not a final financial aid offer. Actual costs and aid may vary. To receive an official aid package, you must complete the
Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
and transmit it to Rider University using
school code 002628
.
Use the Net Price Calculator
Find money you don’t have to pay back
When you
apply to Rider,
you’re automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. Ninety-nine percent of students receive Rider-funded scholarships or gift aid that does not need to be repaid. Make sure you also file your
FAFSA
to see what other aid you may qualify for!
Learn about scholarships and aid
Flexible options to fit your budget
Our team can help you explore monthly payment plans, as well as consider your 529 plans and other resources to help manage your costs. Together, we’ll build a plan that works for your family’s financial goals.
Explore payment options
Loans as a last step, with guidance
If you need to take out loans, we’ll help you understand your options and create a borrowing strategy that keeps debt as low as possible. Our goal is to help you borrow only what you need and plan confidently for repayment.
Learn about loan options
Get help every step of the way
Rider’s One Stop Services team is here to support you with any scholarship, financial aid, and billing-related questions from
filing your FAFSA
to
developing a financial game plan
. It all starts with a conversation. Email us, call by phone, schedule a meeting or pop into our Zoom waiting room for assistance. We're here for you.
Contact One Stop Services
Understand your tuition and costs
Review detailed information about tuition, housing, dining rates and other fees for the current academic year. Learn about the many financing options available to make Rider more affordable for you.
View tuition and fees
Manage your student account
Make your tuition or housing deposit, understand your bill, view payment options and learn how refunds are processed. We’ll help ensure you stay on track with your payments.
Deposit or pay your bill
By the numbers
99%
Of students receive Rider-funded scholarships and financial aid
$27K
Average student assistance package
$65M
Total institutional funds awarded by Rider annually
Free tuition guaranteed for eligible New Jersey 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.
Tuition Guarantee
Financial wellness resources
Explore the information that fits your situation. Find detailed information about loans, scholarships and grants, tuition and fees, and related financial wellness resources.
Undergraduate - New Students
Undergraduate - Returning Students
Continuing Education Students
Graduate Students
Image
Helpful resources
Tuition and fees
Scholarships and grants
Guide to Financial Aid
Submit your FAFSA
Make a deposit or pay a bill
Request an appointment