Rider University
Lawrenceville, NJ
Lawrenceville, NJ
Norm Brodsky College of Business at Rider University
Located in central New Jersey, Rider offers a supportive, engaging environment that gives you the competitive edge you need to succeed in today's global market. It's a place where hands-on experience and a personal touch are just part of the deal.
Top-tier academics
Rider is one of only two institutions in New Jersey—and fewer than 2% worldwide—to hold dual AACSB accreditation in both Business and Accounting. This means you're getting a world-class education that employers recognize. With a 13:1 student-to-faculty ratio, you'll learn directly from experienced professors who are committed to mentoring you, not just lecturing. Explore 11 distinct majors, including Finance, Marketing, Business Analytics, and Entrepreneurial Studies, or combine majors for a diverse skill set.
Real-world student life
Forget endless lectures! Rider is all about Engaged Learning. Through the Business in Action program, you and your classmates will pitch, fund, and run real businesses—gaining entrepreneurial skills from day one. Want a deeper dive? You can join the student-led team that operates the on-campus Saxbys café, handling everything from operations to decision-making as a student CEO. Plus, with over 150 student organizations and NCAA Division I sports, you'll have plenty of ways to connect and lead outside the classroom.
Stand out from the crowd
Rider's strong commitment to career success is evident in its required internship or co-op opportunities, giving you valuable real-world experience. The University is located near major business hubs like New York City and Philadelphia, opening doors to connections at Fortune 500 companies and regional organizations. When you graduate, you'll be career-ready, with graduates often securing more than one job offer.
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Ranks on the Wall Street Journal's Top US College List |
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Recognized as a Best College by Colleges of Distinction |
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#11 Best Value - Regional Universities North | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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#35 Regional Universities North | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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#12 Best Colleges for Veterans - Regional Universities North | U.S. News & World Report, 2025 |
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390 Princeton Review ranks Rider as "A Best 390 College" nationally |
Rider’s Business Living and Learning Community helps to ease the transition from high school to college by connecting you with a community of students, faculty, staff and corporate professionals. In the Business LLC, you'll meet fellow classmates who share similar interests and have opportunities to learn about your subject area through guest speakers, field trips and community service activities. First-year students in the Norm Brodsky College of Business are invited to be part of a cohort model where they live together and attend several of their freshman level courses together.
"Internships played a key role in my time at Rider as they provided me with a broader perspective of what I wanted to pursue after obtaining my degree.”
"Rider taught me the lesson of preparation and professionalism. Even if you don't feel confident in what you're doing all the time, even if you feel inexperienced, being professional and as prepared as possible will help you overcome those other hurdles.”
“Rider hasn't just impacted my life, it has changed its entire trajectory. Had it not been for the Transfer Trustee scholarship and the experiences I have had here, I would never have been able to be accepted to medical school or even graduate with a bachelor's degree."
“Rider has taught me to be industrious, organized, ambitious, zealous, and overall happy.”