Established in 1865, Rider University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the suburban setting of the medium town of Lawrenceville (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), New Jersey. This institution also has a branch campus in Princeton. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Rider University is a small coeducational US higher education institution. Rider University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor degrees, master degrees in several areas of study. This 157 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 70-80% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Rider University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.