Learn how Adult Learners at Rider University have overcome life's challenges to earn or complete their top-tier degree.

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Student support services are available to help adult
learners succeed and academic advisers stay with
them every step of the way, from the day they begin
classes to the day they walk in Commencement. Strong
relationships with faculty and staff also make it easy to
ask for help whether learning on campus or online.
“As a transfer student, I have been really impressed
with the College of Continuing Studies. They have
helped me with coursework and registering
for classes and have overall welcomed me
to Rider with open arms.”
-Patrick Schultz,
Pursuing his
B.A. in Liberal Studies
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“Because of my experience on the road touring,
I was able to complete most of the credits in my
major through the PLA and CLEP exams.
I was able to pick up where I left off and
earn my degree in a short amount of time.”
-Rich Scannella ‘18,
B.A. in Liberal Studies
Rock ‘n’ Roll Drummer
Adult students may leverage their work experience
to receive college credit through Prior Learning
Experience (PLA), CLEP®
and language tests. Rider also
offers a generous credit transfer policy with a no-obligation
transcript evaluation. The University may accept up to
72 credits from two-year institutions and 90 credits from
four-year institutions.

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Rider’s programs fit the needs and situations of adult students, with
flexible and convenient class options that accommodate busy
schedules and provide an ideal way to balance work, family, friends
and academics. Classes are offered day or night, both on campus
or online and throughout the year, including a January term and
summer sessions. Some students earn their degree without ever
stepping foot on campus.
“I elected to take some summer classes online to maintain a
full schedule during the entire calendar year. This allowed me to
complete my degree a year faster. The online summer classes
were not as intimidating as I thought they would be. I believe the
participation in the online class was higher and they actually gave
me lots of insight into other people’s way of thinking.”
-Shawn McBride ’18,
BSBA in Human Resource Management
Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps
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Rider offers adult students special per-credit tuition rates that make
continuing their education affordable. Adult students are also eligible to take
advantage of exclusive scholarships offers. Many adult students receive
tuition benefits from their employer to achieve their academic pursuits.
“I am my children’s financial and emotional foundation. I work 3 jobs.
In my spare time, I try to maintain my 4.0 at Rider. I am a single mother
with limited resources to attend college. But then I got a letter from the
Charlotte Newcombe Foundation for a very generous scholarship.
I will always remember its message...we believe in you
so much that we are going to help you out!”
-Melissa Rosen,
B.A. in Pyschology,
Scholarship Recipient

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Rider supports students from all walks of life and understands each unique
circumstance. Advisers and professors are helpful and accommodating of every
student’s situation, whether they are a transfer student, international student,
single parent or full-time employee. Rider is also a proud Yellow Ribbon School,
supporting former members of the Armed Forces and their dependents as they
advance their education.
“As an English as a Second Language student, it is important
to me to have a small class sizes and approachable
professors. Rider University has an intimate environment
that makes me feel comfortable. The professors do anything
to help and motivate the students to work to their best
potential and achieve academic success.”
-Dilek Bond ‘18,
B.A. in Psychology
Military Spouse, Mother of special needs children
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2083 Lawrenceville Road
Lawerenceville, NJ 08648
609.896.5033
ccs@rider.edu