The acceptance rate at Rider University is 76%. It ranks #13 in New Jersey for lowest rate of acceptance. Rider University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 6,999 out of 9,250 applicants were admitted.
The school has average admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 53 percent (SAT 1020/1220 ACT 20/26). Rider University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.36. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The Rider University application fee is $50 and applications are due by Mar 15.
Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Rider University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 92% of students submitted SAT scores and 16% submitted ACT scores for admission for the 2021/2022 academic year..
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 25th | 510 |
SAT Math 25th | 510 |
SAT Composite 25th | 1020 |
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 75th | 620 |
SAT Math 75th | 600 |
SAT Composite 75th | 1220 |
Average SAT Score | 1120
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Rider University?
Rider University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 57 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1020 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 920. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1120 out of 1600. Rider University ranks #11 in New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 92 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 25th | 20 |
ACT Math 25th | 18 |
ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
ACT Math 75th | 26 |
ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
Average ACT Score | 23
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What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Rider University?
Admission data indicates that Rider University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #11 in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite score. 16 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Rider University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classWhat GPA do you need to get into Rider University?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into Rider University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Rider University was 3.36 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #12 in New Jersey for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.36 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Rider University accepts 76% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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77% of Rider University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
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Top 10% of class | 17% |
Top 25% of class | 46% |
Top 50% of class | 77% |
Women | Men | Total | |
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Applied | 5,682 | 3,568 | 9,250 |
Accepted | 4,318 | 2,681 | 6,999 |
Acceptance Rate | 76% | 75% | 76% |
Enrolled | 494 | 341 | 835 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 11% | 13% | 12% |
Applicants have 40 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Mar 15, 2023.
The cost for prospective students to apply to Rider University is $50.
What are the requirements for admission to Rider University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Considered but not required |
High School GPA | Required |
High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
Recommendations | Required |
Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186283 IPEDS survey data for Rider University.
92% of students submit their SAT scores to Rider University. 16% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
76% of those who apply are granted admission to Rider University. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1020 and 1220. 92% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 16% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.