ROTC at Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ · private nonprofit
Cross-town & partner options
Rider University students can also reach these branches by commuting to a partner school's unit.
Army ROTCCross-town · 21.6 miCross-enroll students take Military Science courses at Rutgers University.
Army ROTCCross-town · 6.4 miCross-enroll students take Military Science courses at Princeton University.
Army ROTCCross-town · 62.8 miCross-enroll students take Military Science courses at The College of New Jersey.
Navy/Marine ROTCCross-townCross-enroll students take Naval Science courses at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey.
Air Force/Space Force ROTCCross-town · 21.6 miCross-enroll students take Aerospace Studies courses at Rutgers University-New Brunswick.
Admissions
| Admission rate | 79% |
|---|---|
| SAT range (25th–75th) | 1,100–1,320 |
| ACT range (25th–75th) | 27–31 |
| Test policy | Test-optional |
Most recent College Scorecard figures. ROTC scholarship boards weigh academics separately from the school's own admission decision.
Cost & financial aid (with ROTC)
| In-state tuition | $41,120 |
|---|---|
| Out-of-state tuition | $41,120 |
| Average net price | $32,000 |
| Yellow Ribbon participating | YesMax contribution $12,000 |
| 6-year graduation rate | 61% |
ROTC scholarships at Rider University stack with most institutional aid and the GI Bill where Yellow Ribbon applies. Confirm packaging with your unit and the financial aid office.
Academic programs
Rider University enrolls 3,106 undergraduates across the catalog. ROTC cadets pursue degrees in any major; some scholarships and commissioning options carry preferred fields.
Veteran & military student support
Contact & location
- Official site
rider.edu
- Admissions
rider.edu
- Apply
rider.edu
- Financial aid
rider.edu
- Net price calculator
Estimate your cost before ROTC money is applied
Location: Lawrenceville, NJ 08648-3099
IPEDS UNITID: 186283
Not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or any branch of the U.S. military.