Lawrenceville, NJ · South Orange, NJ · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Rider University | Seton Hall University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 79.4% | 78.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $38,900 | $51,370 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $38,900 | $51,370 |
| Average Net Price | $10,388 | $21,509 |
| Graduation Rate | 63.0% | 71.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Rider University accepts 79.4% of applicants; Seton Hall University accepts 78.9%. Rider University's tuition is $38,900. Seton Hall University's is $51,370. Rider University is cheaper. Rider University graduates 63% of students in 6 years. Seton Hall University graduates 71%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Seton Hall University. It accepts 78.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Rider University has lower published tuition: $38,900 versus $51,370. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Seton Hall University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. Rider University is at 63%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.