by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,296 undergraduates in 2020, Rivier is a small, private university located in Nashua, New Hampshire. This urban setting might be best suited for students who like the fast-paced city life. Should you tire of the campus however, Rivier offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by Rivier can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our Rivier Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Roman Catholic faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Roman Catholic Colleges and Universities.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the university provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit Rivier Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", Rivier does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit Rivier Veteran Services . For more information, check out our Rivier for Veterans Guide.
For students with young families, Rivier does offer some day care. Programs like this are often in very high demand, so be sure to inquire as soon as you can.
Rivier offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
Rivier has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,296 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 868 (67.0%). Part-time attendance was 428 (33.0%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 868 | 428 | 1,296 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, Rivier is less diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank Rivier #2687 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at Rivier by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the Rivier Diversity Guide.
Rivier has a total of 205 student athletes, 101 men and 104 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $928,953 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $928,953 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Rivier University Athletics