Rider University is a non-profit private institution, located in Lawrenceville, near Allentown, which is part of Mercer County. It is a student-centered university that emphasizes high quality teaching and learning. Total enrollment for the University is approximately 5,200. The programs offered lead to associates degrees, bachelors degrees, post bachelor certificates, and masters degrees.
Athletic scholarships are given in basketball, baseball, track/crosscountry and various sports. Student housing is available for 2,378.