Rivier University is a four-year, Catholic institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds and provides a transformative and supportive educational experience. Located in Nashua, New Hampshire, Rivier was founded by the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary and Sister Madeleine of Jesus in 1933. Throughout its history, the University has been dedicated to providing a learning environment that educates the whole person mind, body, and spirit. Their graduates excel professionally, academically, and in service to their communities.

Rivier offers academic programs at the Undergraduate, Professional Studies, Graduate, and Doctoral levels. No matter what level of study students are engaged with at Rivier, they will find the academic experience engaging, hands-on, and face-to-face with faculty. Students can choose from online and hybrid classes in addition to traditional courses on River’s 68-acre campus.

The University prides itself on small classes led by accomplished faculty who create an active, experience-based learning environment. It offers an exciting mix of programs in the liberal arts and sciences and in professional studies. The academic programs reflect the University’s commitment to Catholic values and ethics, peace and social justice, and the life of the mind. Students can expect to develop a historical, cultural, and global perspective within field and within a broader societal context. They will also gain necessary skills for professional success.