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Rider University Reviews

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  • 7 out of 7 people found this review useful.

    Jeremy from Monroe Township, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The majority of teachers know what they are talking about. They are very interested in our success.

    Pros - The teachers care about you individually. Not only are they just teaching you, but they also try to make sure that everyone understands the material.

    As long as you go to class, it is not a complicated process to getting a great grade.

    Cons - Some teachers tend to move a little fast. For subjects that are simple for me, it was amazing and I loved it; however, with classes that I did not completely understand, it was a little tough. In these situations (that can happen at any school), you just have to speak out and tell the teacher.

    Am enjoying being here

    I am a commuter and I drive 45 minutes to school. That is the only thing that I would say that hinders my enjoyment of Rider University. The campus is nice and everyone is friendly. I seldom have reason to leave unless its for hanging out with old friends, for work, or to go home and sleep.
    Bang for the buck

    This school is pretty expensive, even for someone not living on campus. It is a school that you need to have high ambitions for. The price does not seem worth it as a freshman, but later on when it comes to Co-ops and Internships, Rider really helps you out.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you know what you want in a school. Small things like a football team (which we don't have) or a basketball team (which is huge in this school) can make more of a difference than you think. Small classes (less than 35 kids) are a constant. Be sure to visit all of your potential college selections. You don't want to regret going to Rider or any college for that matter.
    Great for these types of students

    High Ambition Students.

  • 5 out of 6 people found this review useful.

    Jessica from Robbinsville, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    It's not a commuter school, but really commuter friendly.
    There are a lot of opportunities for leadership, jobs, etc.
    Great for these types of students

    Great for business education, psychology, communication and theater majors.
    Good school to be a commuter.

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Robert from Hamilton, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The professors are very knowledgable. Many of the professors take the time to get to know their students.
    Am enjoying being here

    It is a lot of fun being on campus. Sadly I'm a commuter, so I don't get the full college experience but other than that, it really is fun to be a Rider Bronc.
    Bang for the buck

    Sometimes it seems that Rider is priced too highly for the kind of entertainment they offer, but what they lack in entertainment they make up for in professors.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get to know people. I'm a commuter and I didn't really reach out to other people. Everyone's friendly here at Rider, and they are really easy to get along with.

  • 3 out of 4 people found this review useful.

    Bronc Fan!

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved and keep yourself occupied as much as possible, college is definitely what you make of it. If you find an organization you will instantly have common interests and make friends. Also, stay organized know who your advisor is and where his/her office is so when time for scheduling comes you're all set! :)
    Great for these types of students

    Athletes,Education Majors, Well-rounded people

  • 2 out of 2 people found this review useful.

    Stephanie from Jersey City, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am enjoying being here

    theres always something to do on campus. But if you want to do something off campus transportation is tough
    Great for these types of students

    accounting, business, theatre, dance, singing (westminister)

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Student from Bound Brook, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    If you are ready for a great time, go to Rider. Its very social and out going. It is a small community with so many opportunities to grow and do great.
    Tips for prospective students

    Get involved. take risk. Fall in love. Enjoy your self. Don't rush to grow up. Make friends with random people. Be open to the best 4 years of your life. Try to study aboard, even if its just for a week. Run for student government. Take advantage of the location. Stay up late. Don't get in trouble. Get drunk, once....even if its not your thing. Be you.
    Academic Rigor

    The professors are hard, however, they really care about your success. If you talk to them, build up a relationship, and take leadership roles inside the classroom, you will do great.
    Dorm Life

    There are many things I like about dorm life, however, I would say that my favorite thing about dorm life is that there is special living is each building. What I mean by that is that one building is for international students, one building is for freshman who want to live with other freshman, there is a all female dorm. Then, there is the healthy living, honors dorms and apartment style living. I lived with 5 other guys,.. three bedrooms to an aperment with two bathrooms and it was a lot of fun. I had a blast.
    Food and Dining

    Bunch is SOOO AMAZING on the weekends. OMG. Also, breakfast in general, we have a so many bagels and people to make eggs. Also, we have like 25 different cereals. In addition, every there is something different and very good. They also always have pizza. I do love to order out sometimes, there is a diner on campus, we have to-go containers, and there is a second dining hall called Cranberries which has so many different choices. Depending on your meal plan, you can eat as much or as little as you want- however, I would suggest getting the unlimited b/ the dining halls are open so late that its so much fun to go to. Surpisingly, just an FYI, although the food is sooo good, don't worry about freshman 15 b/ there is so much to do to keep off the weight and a lot of healthy choices that are very good.
    What to do for fun

    Every night there is something to do whether its a club event, concert, movie night, free food etc. Also, it seems like there is always a different night to drink. I know for me, Sunday, Wed. Thursday and Friday and Sunday were big nights for my friends and I to drink. Also, there are so many good places to
    Bang for the buck

    The food and small classes are amazing. Also, you cannot bet the location. We are 5 mins. from Princeton and TCNj with a lot of bars/ night clubs, in addition, we are only a train ride from NYC and Philly.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    On campus, we have a pub. If you are 21, you can drink on campus and on Friday night they have 18 and over night. This is really a great place to hang out and have fun with your friends. Also, one of the dorms is apartment living and it is rumored that you can easily fit 20 people in the showers if you know what i mean ;)
    Great for these types of students

    The campus is diverse. However, if you are the type of student that likes to have fun and do good in school, this is the place for you. The professors are great, however the parties are even greater. Its always fun to dorm hop to party to party.
    Clubs and Activities

    I am currently involved with several different clubs and organizations. There are so many things to do- currently there are like 120 clubs on campus and if there is not one there for you, you can easily start one. One program that I am is called the Leadership Dev. Program and it is really a great program. It is rates in the top 20 in the United States and has really opened so many doors for me.
    Greek Life

    There are many different organizations within Greek life- they have professional frat's such as the business frat., theater ( which is actually the most wild one) to leadership. Then they have a ton of social organizations from Sig Ep to TKE to several latino/ aferican multi-cultural organizations, and there are a bunch for females on campus. There are houses on campus, however, many of the upperclassman greek life have houses off campus which is a lot of fun. They do a lot of mixes with TCNJ's baseball/football teams and Princeton U. which is right down the street.
    Campus Safety

    Since it is such a small school, everyone knows everyone and its a really friendly school. With that being said, a lot of people feel safe going out and having fun. Also, two things that I really enjoy on campus is that we have a public car service to drive you around campus and we have a free late night car service program which you allowed to use 3 to 4 times a semester if you ever get stuck at a party coming back late from the train station and don't have a ride.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Anonymous

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Rider is full of opportunities, and extremely diverse. It is half and half commuters and residents. Nothing is handed to you at Rider, you have to work for it.
    Tips for prospective students

    If you want to go here, make sure you want a small school where you will recognize almost everybody. There are SO many opportunities at Rider that people don't see, so definitely check out all of them. There's intramural athletics, different certificate programs, tons of leadership opportunities, and hundreds of clubs to join, you just have to keep an eye out.
    Academic Rigor

    Some classes are harder than others, and same can be said for professors- but that is the case EVERYWHERE. If you make sure that you take a class you know will be easy with one you know will be harder, then take some in between, you'll never be too stressed out! Just don't expect Rider to be like high school, it is a college, and you WILL be challenged academically.
    Dorm Life

    Dorm life is great, as long as you make friends! The people who say there is nothing to do at Rider on the weekends just don't know where to look. Not all the dorms are air conditioned, but Rider is an old school. The rooms are actually a decent size, as well.
    Food and Dining

    Rider has multiple places to eat, as well as a Starbucks and other Coffee/snack stands around campus, plus a Convenience store. Dalys is the main dining hall, plus there is Cranberry's in the Student Center, and then the Diner at night. Dalys is your typical dining hall, and Cranberry's is just like the diner, both of which have made to order diner food, though Cranberry's also has pre-made stuff like sandwiches and salads, and also has the Wawa milkshakes.
    What to do for fun

    Go to sporting events, go Greek, or join a club!
    Bang for the buck

    If you don't make Rider fun, it won't be. That's the case at any school though. The academics re pretty good, and so are your options for extracurricular activities. Career Services also does really well at helping with internship and job placements for students AND Alumni, so you're not just left with a degree.
    Great for these types of students

    Leaders: take advantage of the Leadership Development Program!
    Thespians/Performers: You don't have to go to the Westminster campus to perform, the main campus also has many opportunities, including coffeehouses & open mic nights!
    Athletic Supporters: Rider is known for their basketball & baseball teams, and has tons of sports, all of which are fun to watch!
    Those who want to do community service: Rider has something organized to help the community out almost every week.
    Those who don't want to live on campus but want to be involved: Rider is close to TCNJ, so there is a lot of houses close to campus just waiting to be rented!
    Those who want an off campus Job: Princeton Marketfair is not even 10 minutes away, and has plenty of jobs to offer!
    Clubs and Activities

    You name it, Rider has it. If it doesn't, it is SO easy to start up a club, as long as there are just a few others interested in the topic!
    Greek Life

    Only four NPC sororities, and there are a few Fraternities, as well as the Latin and Black associations, and all are extremely friendly with one another, as well as supportive of one another and of Rider. Definitely recommended to anyone who has ever thought of going to Rider and Going Greek!
    Campus Safety

    It's a pretty safe campus, and even when something shady happens off campus to a Rider student, we all get text alerts, emails, and phone calls telling us every possible detail. Also, after 8 or 9 at night, you have to show your ID or at the very least have an extremely good reason to be entering the campus to even get on!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Jessica from Burlington, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Rider University is an okay school. It has some great professors and the accomodations are pretty decent. However, tuition is extremely high and it is hard to tell where your headed the following year since it is difficult to take loans out nowadays and especially without a co-signer. Overall, good school and not too many complaints, besides the very high tuition.
    Tips for prospective students

    I suggest you go to a public state funded school. Private schools will leave your pockets dry.
    Academic Rigor

    Academic wise, it is a good school. Not to difficult but also offers a challenge.
    Dorm Life

    I am a commuter.
    Food and Dining

    I never eat here.
    What to do for fun

    You can join clubs, sports, anything that includes activities. School trips, plays, tours, concerts, games.
    Campus Safety

    It is safe for the most part. Since i have been here for the past year, there has been a couple occurrences. However, the campus is virtually safe.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Terik from Newark, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    if i had to rate rider from 1 to 10 it would be an 8. rider is a very good school and i have already learned so much here. rider opens you to so many different experiences.
    Tips for prospective students

    make sure you learn the concept of time management

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Niicole from Hillsborough, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    rider university offers student the opportunity to grow academically, personally, and professionally. faculty and staff are vested in the development and success of students and alumni. overall, the university prides itself on being student-focused and future-oriented.
    Tips for prospective students

    make sure to seek out every opportunity that is available. some things aren't always advertised as effectively as you may wish. remember: college is what you make of it.
    Academic Rigor

    your academic life is what you make of it. although course materials and assignments may be difficult, most professors are willing to work with you. just make sure that you reach out to them!!
    Dorm Life

    dorms may be on the smaller side; but it is college!!
    Food and Dining

    the food is delicious. plus, the university is currently implementing a new take-out option that is both environmentally friendly with a financial advantage.
    What to do for fun

    rider offers many opportunities for fun. big name entertainers are brought on campus. the university sponsors trips to nyc, philadelphia, and atlantic city. plus, there is always the rider pub for students 21+.
    Bang for the buck

    rider may be on the expensive side being a private university, but there are many many many financial aid options. plus, the education and opportunities students receive at rider is worth the extra tuition.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    make sure to check out cranberry fest in the fall term!!
    Great for these types of students

    rider is an excellent choice for students who enjoy an intimate and small campus setting with large opportunities.
    Clubs and Activities

    student life is top notch!!
    Greek Life

    greek life is focused on both fellowship and community service at rider.
    Campus Safety

    the security officers keep rider safe for all students. the student escort service is a wonderful way to help students get to their car at night if they are feeling uneasy. trust me - as a student, you will not feel uneasy!!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Neil from Linden, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Lorena from Cliffside Park, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    Ok so I am a pre freshman at rider and im doing a five week summer program here. Today is the end of my first week here and I must say its really different from high shool but its adjustible. This school is small soo its REALLY easy to find where things and to get to class on time. Teachers are really cool def. alot of work but worth it.
    Am enjoying being here

    I miss home ! lol but aside from that everyone here is awesome and the students are also really nice.

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Katherine from Hewitt, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I have learned so much more than I thought I would in classes I didn't even think I would learn much in.
    Am enjoying being here

    The classes are great and interesting, and the students are enjoyable.
    Bang for the buck

    It's pricey, but still worth it!
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you work hard. At around $40,000 a year, you need to make the most of it!
    Great for these types of students

    There is an honors program, and it's wonderful (I'm in it). But there's definitely a place for everyone, and if there's not a club that you want, you can make it!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Christian from Fair Lawn, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    The teachers here can be like the teachers at any school, some care and do a great job while others just care about doing the day to day grind. However, most of the teachers here at Rider University are the first, and actually care about the students and also care that the students understand what is going on. I have learned more here in the going on two years than I did in all four years of high school.
    Am enjoying being here

    Rider can be hit and miss for students in the fun category. For me and most of my friends, we all love it. When you come to Rider you get a feeling of being at home. The good thing is is that I have heard, from kids who do not end up liking Rider, that you realize you do not like sooner rather than later which gives you a jump start on trying to find new pastures for further learning.
    Bang for the buck

    You do get what you pay for, but keep in mind it is a private University in New Jersey so it will be up there in terms of price. However, if you do try and do well in classes Rider offers a few scholarships that help shave off some of the costs.
    Tips for prospective students

    Be open to trying new things. College can be rough if you come in empty handed and by yourself, as I did, but by being social and doing well in classes I have met a lot of great friends and great teachers that I can also call good friends. Oh, and do NOT eat Chinese food in your room... It'll smell for the next week.
    Great for these types of students

    Every student should have a good time here, but my tastes do not reflect others, so take my words with caution and hopefully you enjoy it here!

  • 1 out of 1 people found this review useful.

    Hayley from Traverse City, MI

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    Am learning a lot

    I actually attend Westminster Choir College of Rider University as a vocal performance major. I have learned so much about music and performing that I did not know before and a majority of the teachers are very invested in what they teach.
    Am enjoying being here

    Westminster is very small so I had to adjust to that, especially since I came from a large high school. However, I have met a lot of people I will be friends with forever and I feel like I am learning a lot.
    Bang for the buck

    I cannot lie -- it's super expensive.
    Tips for prospective students

    Make sure you know your audition material and act confident when performing. Get good grades as well, because just being good at performing isn't everything.
    Great for these types of students

    Talent, dedicated and interesting

  • 1 out of 3 people found this review useful.

    Daniella from Brick, NJ

    Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has not been to campus.

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  • Diana from South River, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    I simply just love attending Rider University. From the amazing people, to the fun events and the great professors, choosing Rider was the best decision I made.
    Tips for prospective students

    To really get the fullest experience from any college, you really need to get involved in clubs, organizations and events on campus.
    Academic Rigor

    Rider University has some of the most prestige professors in the classrooms. The professors really care about your grades and are willing to help because of the small student to teacher ratio.
    Dorm Life

    I was going to commute and that would have been a big mistake. Dorm life gives you the full out college experience and gets you connected to great friends that a classroom cannot give you.
    Food and Dining

    There are several options of food dining from the general cafeteria to a late night diner, an academic to go store and more. There is a variety of food for every stomach. They have vegetarian options, gluten free, etc.
    What to do for fun

    Rider clubs and organizations are constantly hosting events on campus for students like a fall concert, several comedians, raffles, sports rallies, and much more. There is always something to do at Rider University.
    Clubs and Activities

    There are so many clubs and organizations on campus you will definitely find your fit.
    Greek Life

    There is a great greek life on campus although it is small.

  • Erica from Somerset, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    What to do for fun

    lol nothing
    Great for these types of students

    People who live close and like to go home a lot. Or don't mind getting drunk off campus every weekend.

  • Emil from New Brunswick, NJ

    Reviewer is A current student here.

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    In three sentences

    Rider has excellent, devoted staff and teachers. It's in a great location, and intersects many places. It's small enough to feel connected but big enough to feel free.
    Tips for prospective students

    Rider works because of it's faculty. They want you to succeed, and they'll do anything they can to help. The thing is, we have to be the ones to reach out. Everything starts with communication.
    Academic Rigor

    Every professor is different. Not all teaching styles are the same. What ties everything together is an unspoken commitment to making sure everyone learns, grows and succeeds.
    Dorm Life

    I don't live on campus, but I've been around the dorms. They're not far away from campus and they offer a good, clean place to live.
    Food and Dining

    Cranberry's is an amazing place to eat. Subs, paninis, salads, pasta, grilled food. It can be costly but you got a lot of food. Daly's is the more traditional buffet-style eatery. It's not as popular, but it does come with the meal plan and I have not problem with it.
    What to do for fun

    Rider has something going all the time and they promote it fairly well. It's easy to find something you like and it's hard to miss any of them, especially the outdoor events. Other than that, there are clubs, fraternities, sororities, and more. And if you you need a break from campus life, the Lawrenceville/Princeton/Philly area is right there.
    Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

    In many ways, Rider lives and dies by the internet. Most information goes through the website in some way, including events, notifications and such. Many teachers put assignments, slides and messages online. It's not a bad thing, but being comfortable with Rider system can take some getting used to.
    Campus Safety

    There's not much crime at Rider. If there is anything, it's hard to tell. Patrols are common, but they don't intimidate or interfere. If anything suspicious is going on, Campus Safety let's everybody know.