OUR HOME IN CENTRAL NEW JERSEY is central to so much more. The Rider campus is a train ride from Philadelphia and New York City, minutes from historic Princeton and just an hour from the beach.
City lights
Lawrenceville is smack in the middle of two of the most historic and happening cities in the country — Philadelphia and New York City. Explore world-renowned museums and city attractions, catch a show on Broadway, enjoy diverse restaurants and stroll the streets.
Sports galore
Root for one of 17 professional sports franchises that make their home in New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia.
Staying in town
Heading to Rider’s campus and looking for a place to stay overnight? Well, you’re got plenty of options. For a list of all nearby hotels, visit rider.edu/hotels.
Nearby airports
» Trenton-Mercer Airport (5 mi.)
» Philadelphia International Airport (39 mi.)
» Newark Liberty Airport (41 mi.)
Learn more about what makes New Jersey different:
RIDER.EDU/WHY-NJ
MACLAIN RHINE ’ 24
Musical theatre major | Home state: Texas
“ My favorite part about Rider is the community. Not just in my program, but the University as a whole. With a small student population, I have really gotten to get involved in many ways. ”
Fun facts about New Jersey:
We have over 500 diners and are often referred to as the “Diner Capital of the World.”
Our famous foods include bagels, corn, tomatoes, cheesesteaks, pizza and pork roll — or is it Taylor Ham?
We go “down” the shore — Belmar is only 38 miles from Rider!
We are home to the Boss (Bruce Springsteen) and Bon Jovi
New Jersey is a world leader in cranberry production. In fact, our founder, Andrew J. Rider, was a cranberry farmer.
Something for every season
◾ SPRING Paddle down the Delaware and Raritan Canal. Or, bike alongside!
◾ SUMMER Enjoy ocean breezes from the iconic boardwalks of the Jersey Shore.
◾ FALL Explore the area orchards.
◾ WINTER Take to the slopes in Vernon, N.J. and the Poconos.
