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What do you want to Study? Search Program Links Undergraduate Programs  Graduate Programs  Professional Studies Programs  Doctoral Programs  Online Programs  Task Links Apply Now  Visit Campus  Request Info  Deposit Today  Close Deposit TODAY and become a Riv Raider! $1,000 "MATCH MADNESS" DEPOSIT MATCH! Learn More Extended Deadline: Now through Wednesday, May 15, Rivier will match up to $1,000 when you make a non-refundable deposit! Check it out  Close Summer Term 2 Starts on June 28, 2024! View course schedules and register today! Learn More View a full list of available courses and register today before the start of our next term. View Course Schedule  Close Every Destination Starts with a Journey Find your place at one of the top colleges in New Hampshire. Watch the Video Play Video 1:27 minutes Watch the Video  Find your place at one of the top colleges in New Hampshire. Close A Catholic University in NH Committed to transforming hearts and minds to serve the world. Our Mission Rivier fosters critical thought, sound judgment, and respect for all people resulting in a high quality education that provides opportunities for social, cultural, moral, and spiritual development. Our Mission  Riv Right Now. Rivier University receives $2 million grant to educate the next generation of nurses Read More Close May 9, 2024 A generous grant from the Bedford Falls Foundation will aid scholarship recipients and expand Rivier’s undergraduate nursing program. Read more  Judge Talesha L. Saint-Marc named as 2024 Commencement speaker and honorary degree recipient Read More Close April 15, 2024 Rivier University will honor Judge Talesha L. Saint-Marc, Esq., United States Magistrate Judge for the District of New Hampshire, as its 2024 Commencement speaker and honorary degree recipient. Read more  Rivier named top nursing school in New Hampshire, among the best in United States Read More Close March 18, 2024 Following a comprehensive evaluation of U.S. nursing schools for 2024, Nursing Schools Almanac ranked Rivier University as the #1 Nursing School in New Hampshire and #10 in New England. Rivier also ranks #47 nationwide among private nursing schools. Read more  Rivier University’s online master’s programs ranked as New Hampshire’s best Read More Close March 25, 2024 OnlineMastersColleges.com has recognized Rivier University as offering the top-ranked online master’s programs in the state of New Hampshire, according to the website’s 2024 rankings. Read more  Choose Your Path Explore Explore - Our University Get My Degree - Undergraduate Kickstart My Career - Professional Studies Advance My Skill - Graduate Become an Expert - Doctoral Learn From Anywhere - Online Our University We are focused on providing you with a holistic academic experience that focuses on your innate strengths and talents and builds out from there, whether you are starting out as an Undergraduate or returning to school for Graduate and Doctoral studies. Explore Programs  More than a beautiful NH university; Rivier is an academic community. Whether you are walking to your next class or simply catching up with a friend—our campus is one of the most beautiful universities in NH, providing a backdrop for your learning experience. Visit Campus  Where Individuals Form a Community The Rivier campus is filled with people like you. Each brings their own personal experience and perspective together to encourage, share, support, and ultimately make a difference in the world. Explore Life on Campus  Undergraduate Hailey McMahon, Class of 2025, knew she wanted to a police officer when she was four years old. At 16, Hailey attended the Maine State Police Junior Academy, which solidified her decision. A Criminal Justice major at Rivier, she is now Dean’s List student, women’s soccer player, court officer, and Nashua Police Department intern. Hard work, determination, and actively pursuing professional development opportunities have positioned her for career success. Read Her Story  As an Undergraduate student, you’ll benefit from personalized support from our academic advisors and faculty to help you achieve your individual career goals. We’re here to support you on your journey of self-awareness, inquiry, discovery, and service. Learn About Undergraduate Programs  Undergraduate Your Path, Our Pledge Our Employment Promise: you will secure a full-time job within nine months of graduation. If you don’t, you’ll receive additional financial or educational support. Employment Promise Details  Let’s Find the Program For You View Undergraduate Programs  Professional Studies Keri Suslovitch, Class of 2019, co-founded a tech start-up that built a suite of self-service” human resource applications allowing companies to take their processes online and integrate with ERP systems. Her 24/7 dedication paid off and her company’s products became a top choice among many Fortune 1000 companies. As successful as she was, she had always promised herself she would complete her degree. She chose Rivier with programs designed for working professionals and earned her Bachelor’s in Business Administration, one of her proudest accomplishments. Read Her Story  As a Professional Studies student, you’ll find a balance between your undergraduate academics, work, and family life essential to your success. On-campus and online programs provide the flexibility you need to achieve your career goals. Learn About Professional Studies Programs  Professional Studies Real People. Real Stories. Real Success. You’ll build professional connections that will prepare you for career success and position you for advancement. You’ll meet dedicated professionals like you and will build a network that will help you achieve your goals. Meet Our Alumni  Let’s Find the Program For You View Professional Studies Programs  Graduate From the comfort of his lab chair in sunny, southern California, Kevin Gill, Class of 2011G, has a view into outer space. He is putting his M.S. in Computer Science education to work as a Science Data Software Engineer at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. He plans and designs technology in support of environmental science and space exploration. His recent work not only produced the first-ever close views of Saturn but also contributed to NASA’s team winning an Emmy. Read His Story  Our Graduate programs will prepare you to achieve leadership roles in the industry of your choice. A tradition of academic excellence paired with faculty focused on your achievement will position you for the...