Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
81.76%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Rivier University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 81.76%. This means approximately 818 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,312 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
81.76%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $37,791 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $37,791 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $50,999 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $27,692 | State avg: $21,229. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 27.31% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 73.06% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Rivier University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$37,791
Room and board
$14,943
Books and supplies
$1,400
Other expenses
$2,372
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$50,999
Average net price
$27,692
Average aid coverage
46%
$23,307 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Rivier University pays approximately $27,692 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New Hampshire average of $21,229 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Rivier University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Hampshire and national averages.
Rivier University net price
$27,692
New Hampshire average
$21,229
National average
$17,506
Rivier University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $37,791 and average net price at $27,692. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$37,791
Current net price
$27,692
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
58.71%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,248
Undergraduates
1,312
10-Year Median Earnings - Rivier University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Rivier University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Rivier University?
Undergraduates
1,312
Completion rate
58.71%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
27.31%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
73.06%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 27.31% of Rivier University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 73.06% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Rivier University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Rivier University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Rivier University lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Rivier University is listed at 420 South Main St, Nashua, NH 03060. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Rivier University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivier University | 81.76% | $37,791 | $27,692 | $52,248 |
| Dartmouth College | 6.23% | $65,739 | $28,619 | $97,434 |
| Saint Anselm College | 78.32% | $46,810 | $34,744 | $73,371 |
| University of New Hampshire at Manchester | 87.33% | $35,530 | $13,302 | $66,479 |
| University of New Hampshire College of Professional Studies Online | Not available | $9,372 | $14,106 | $66,479 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rivier University's acceptance rate?
Rivier University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 81.76%.
How much is Rivier University tuition?
Rivier University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $37,791.
What is Rivier University's average net price?
Rivier University's average net price in the local dataset is $27,692.
What does Rivier University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $16,807 for Rivier University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Rivier University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,248 for Rivier University.
Is Rivier University accredited?
Rivier University's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Rivier University?
The local dataset lists 1,312 undergraduate students at Rivier University.
What percentage of Rivier University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Rivier University in the local dataset is 27.31%.
What is the federal loan rate at Rivier University?
The federal loan rate for Rivier University in the local dataset is 73.06%.
Where should I verify Rivier University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Rivier University or the latest official federal education data.