Rivier University
Faith-based college · Nashua, NH · 1,231 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
83%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
1055–1175
ACT (middle 50%)
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Average net price
$26,585
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$54,513
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
56%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Rivier University?
Rivier University accepts about 83 of every 100 applicants (83%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1055 and 1175 on the SAT. A score at or above 1175 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1055, your scores are below most.
The latest federal data says Rivier University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Rivier University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Rivier University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $54,513 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $26,585 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $41,288 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$41,288
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$41,288
- Room & board$15,746
- Total cost of attendance$54,513
- Average net price after grants$26,585
Popular majors
Health Professions & Nursing, Business, Biology, Criminal Justice.
Rivier University FAQ
- What is Rivier University's acceptance rate?
- 83% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Rivier University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1055–1175. Aim for 1175 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- Is Rivier University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Rivier University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Rivier University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Rivier University cost?
- About $54,513 a year before aid; $26,585 on average after grants.
- What is Rivier University's FAFSA school code?
- 002586. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Rivier University receives your information.
- What is Rivier University's graduation rate?
- 56% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Rivier University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Hampshire at ManchesterManchester, NH | 81% | 973–1236 | $13,247 | 63% |
| Colby-Sawyer CollegeNew London, NH | 80% | — | $26,739 | 56% |
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