Rider University
If you are a student looking for the best in American education and a one-of-a-kind college experience,
Rider University may be the place for you. We offer superior preparation for both graduate school and
careers through small classes led by world-class faculty where you'll be challenged and inspired to
excel-as a scholar, scientist, artist and leader in the community-and in the world.
Rider University is located on two beautiful campuses in New Jersey-one in Lawrenceville
and one in Princeton, both within easy driving distance to New York City and Philadelphia. It
combines the beauty and tranquility of a suburban setting with all the advantages and
excitement of two major cities.
Want to know what life at Rider is really like? You will find information here about activities
outside the classroom and living on campus. Take a virtual tour of the Lawrenceville and
Princeton campuses!
Scholarships for International Students
Rider University is pleased to announce these scholarships opportunities for international students
enrolling for Fall 2007. If you meet the criteria and qualifications, you will automatically receive the
award; no additional scholarship application is required.
Freshmen Scholarships
To be considered for these scholarships, you must:
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Submit a completed application for admission u February 1, 2007;
be regularly admissible to the University as a full-time student;
have been actively involved in your high school and/or local community
have a minimum SAT score of 1000 or ACT score of 21; and
have a minimum GPA of a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Note: Scholarships eligibility for Westminster Choir College applicants is determined by a combined
admission score comprised of the student`s GPA, SAT or ACT score and competitive audition results.
Submission of SAT I or ACT results is strongly encouraged for all freshmen, international applicants.
For applicants who choose not to submit these scores, scholarship is at the discretion of the admission
committee.
PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP
$15,000 Annual Award
Average GPA 3.50
Average SAT/ACT 1250/28
GPA to Maintain Award 3.00
PROVOST SCHOLARSHIP
Awards Range from $12,000 to 14,000 Annually
Average GPA 3.25
Average SAT/ACT 1150/25
GPA to Maintain Award 2.75
DEAN`S SCHOLARSHIP
Awards Range from $9,000 to 11,000 Annually
Average GPA 3.00
Average SAT/ACT 1050/23
GPA to Maintain Award 2.60
FOUNDER`S SCHOLARSHIP
Awards range from $6,000 to $7,000 Annually
Average GPA 3.00
Average SAT/ACT 1000/21
GPA to Maintain Award 2.50
Transfer Scholarships
To be considered for one of our academic scholarships, you must:
1. be regularly admissible to the University as a full-time student;
2. have a qualifying GPA based on a 4.0 scale;
3. have completed at least 12 credits of coursework at the college level of study;
4. submit your completed application for admission, including fee, essay, 2 letters of recommendation,
and official transcripts, by the deadline (Fall 2007: April 1, 2007)
5. submit your deposit on or before the deposit deadline (Fall 2007: June 1, 2007)
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The amount of $7,500 per year in the forms of grants and scholarships to students with a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Maximum award is $25.500.
The amount of $5,000 per year in the forms of grants and scholarships to students with a
minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Maximum award is $15.000.
The amount of $3,500 per year in the forms of grants and scholarships to students with a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75. Maximum award is $10.500.
The amount of $2,500 per year in the forms of grants and scholarships to students with a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5. Maximum award is $7.500.
Renewable up to three years if recipient maintains full-time status and a minimum GPA.
Important Notes:
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If you qualify for more than one Rider scholarship, you will receive the award of the greatest
monetary value. Academic scholarships are subject to change.
Rider only considers the critical reading and math components of the SAT; also, ACT scores
are composite.
Cumulative GPA through the seventh semester, December ACT, and January SAT will be the
latest academic information considered for the awards.
For more information on international admission, please visit http://www.rider.edu/160_85.htm or write
to
Rider University
Office of Admissions
2083 Lawrenceville Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
609-896-5042 or 1-800-257-9026
admissions@rider.edu
Westminster Choir College (Princeton campus)
Office of Admissions
101 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540
609-921-7100 or 1-800-962-4647
wccadmission@rider.edu