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Rivier University
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Interested in attending Rivier University?

On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into Rivier University, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.

83
%
Acceptance rate
1040
SAT Midpoint
October 16
Regular admission deadline
Test Blind
Testing

Admission Rates

Is it difficult to get into Rivier University?

83%

Using the most up-to-date data on record, Rivier accepted 83% of applicants. We classify this as less selective.

In the most recent year, 1,629 people applied and 1,376 were accepted.

Applied/Accepted
Women
909 / 1039 (87%)
Men
467 / 590 (79%)

Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 1 years at Rivier University:

100%
92.0
84.0
76.0
68.0
60.0
2024

Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.

20%
Enrollment of those accepted
Medium
Yield rate

Of those accepted, 20% ended up enrolling at Rivier University, making their yield rate Medium. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.

Application Factors

You can increase your chances of getting into Rivier University by looking at what the school considers during the application process.

Here are the things Rivier considers:

Very Important

  • Academic GPA
  • Application Essay
  • Class Rank
  • Recommendation(s)
  • Standardized Test Scores

Important

  • Character/Personal Qualities
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • Interview
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record
  • Talent/Ability

Considered

  • Alumni/AE Relation

Not Considered

  • First Generation
  • Geographical Residence
  • Level of Applicant's Interest
  • Religious Affiliation/Commitment
  • State Residency
  • Volunteer Work
  • Work Experience

Grades & Testing

Do you have the grades and test scores to get into Rivier University?

1040
SAT Midpoint
Test Blind
Testing

Grades

Rivier is Test Blind. This means the school does consider test scores when making admission decisions, even if they are submitted.

SAT Math Scores
Math Mean
516
SAT Verb Scores
Verbal Mean
524
SAT Composite Scores
Composite Mean
1040

Application Deadlines

These are the deadlines for applying to Rivier University. Application deadlines are subject to change, so please verify all deadlines with the school.

Regular Admissions

October 16
Regular admission deadline
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