ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s Honors Programs offer mind-changing learning, where big ideas and independent thinking are encouraged.

Faculty and Students Engaging

You'll join a dynamic environment where intellectually curious and talented students engage in passionate discussions in small, stimulating classes, led by some of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s most accomplished professors

Your learning is enhanced through interdisciplinary seminars, independent research and a variety of cultural and social events.

These experiences — and the recognition that comes with successful completion of ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹ÙÍø's Honors programs — help Honors students achieve admission to top graduate schools, a successful start to their careers, and the ability to adapt and succeed in a world characterized by change.

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Advantages of Participation

  • Small classes, priority registration, and invitations to special events
  • Comprehensive advising and guidance from your faculty adviser and the Honors Program director
  • Special recognition as an Honors Scholar at graduation
  • Deep-probing, interdisciplinary courses and vigorous classroom debates
  • Innovative teaching methods
  • Close interaction with professors
  • Special research opportunities
  • Honors housing option for students living on ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s Lawrenceville campus

Honors Eligibility Criteria

Your invitation to participate in ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½¹Ù꿉۪s Baccalaureate Honors and Business Honors programs is based on your academic record and SAT/ACT scores. The following are the minimum criteria for consideration:

  • A minimum GPA of 3.5
  • A 1300 or greater on the new SAT (with a score of at least 640 in Evidenced-based Reading and Writing and a score of at least 620 in Math); or an ACT Composite of 27 or better.

For more information:

Baccalaureate Honors Program

609-896-7729

bhp@rider.edu

Business Honors Program