Rivier University

Rivier University Overview

Rivier University is a private, religious school in the suburban setting of Nashua, New Hampshire. Rivier University was founded in 1933 and the school presently has around 1,296 students per year, which includes 1,296 undergrads. Rivier University provides on-campus housing for up to 423 students. Most students live in off campus housing, and 30% of students spend their weekends on campus.

📆 Mark your calendar! October 16, 2023 is the final deadline to submit an application for the Fall 2023 semester.

Student Involvement at Rivier University

Are you interested in music or performing? Sing in a chorus or perform with one of Rivier University's theater groups.

Rivier University does not have any greek life opportunties.

Planning to play sports? Rivier University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at Rivier University on the Student Life page.

Is Rivier University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can provide a sense of how selective a school is.

Let's take a look at these factors to get a clearer sense of what Rivier University offers and if the college might be a good choice for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Rivier University

Retention refers to the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. It gauges how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

About 73% of students who start at Rivier University return for their second year of college. Rivier Universityhas a six year graduation rate of 49 for undergrads. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook Rivier University Graduates

Job placement statistics for recent graduates can give you a sense of the return on investment a school offers.

Check with Rivier University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Rivier University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

Rivier University meets 59% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $16,672 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2022 had an average of $43,189 in student loans per borrower. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! No one should ever pay to fill out the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid, (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Rivier University.

Based on this information, is Rivier University the school for you? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Rivier University a good school for you?

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Where is Rivier University?

Rivier University is located in the suburban setting of Nashua, New Hampshire, less than an hour from Boston.

If you want to see Rivier University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Route 3 to Nashua, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Manchester.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Rivier University and Nashua are like without leaving home.

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