Additional Learning Opportunities

Study Abroad

Rider University offers a variety of study abroad opportunities through the Office for International Education. Regardless of a student's academic program, students are encouraged to participate in one of Rider study abroad programs that meets their degree requirements. Students apply online for all study abroad programs using their RiderKey credentials. 

Each January, Spring Break, and May, Rider offers a variety of credit-bearing opportunities abroad led by Rider faculty and staff.  For a list of currently offered programs, please visit Faculty Led Programs. Interested students can begin their applications by clicking “Apply Now” on their selected program.

Rider offers study abroad opportunities during all academic semesters and summer programs. Some approved programs, specifically summer programs, offer the opportunity for an internship abroad. Additionally, Rider's Office of Service and Civic Engagement delivers two service learning abroad programs annually. For information about all of Rider’s Study Abroad programs, visit the web site and explore the array of offerings. We are certain you will find the right study abroad opportunity so every Rider student can be a Bronc Abroad!

Summer Sessions

The summer sessions include courses scheduled in a 3-week or 6-week format.  Summer I begins in May following Commencement, and Summer II begins in late June or early July.  Courses are offered during the day, evening, and in an online format. 

Information regarding summer sessions is available at www.rider.edu/summer .  Student registration begins in March.  Please contact your college's academic coordinator with questions regarding summer registration.