Design and Applied Arts at Rider University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Rider University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Rider University graduates earn $29k, placing them in the 31th percentile of all design and applied arts bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey
Design and Applied Arts bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider University | $29,445 | — | — | — |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology | $38,975 | $48,950 | $27,000 | 0.69 |
| Kean University | $35,673 | $52,084 | $26,713 | 0.75 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $32,397 | — | $27,000 | 0.83 |
| Berkeley College-Woodland Park | $27,937 | — | $30,398 | 1.09 |
| Centenary University | $26,569 | $30,224 | $27,000 | 1.02 |
| National Median | $33,563 | — | $26,880 | 0.80 |
Other Design and Applied Arts Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey Institute of Technology Newark | $19,022 | $38,975 | $27,000 |
| Kean University Union | $13,426 | $35,673 | $26,713 |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick | $17,239 | $32,397 | $27,000 |
| Berkeley College-Woodland Park Woodland Park | $28,600 | $27,937 | $30,398 |
| Centenary University Hackettstown | $37,732 | $26,569 | $27,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Rider University, approximately 33% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.