Bachelor in Part-time, Evening Teacher Certification Program

Rider University in Lawrenceville, New Jersey, offers a student-focused experience with a strong emphasis on personalized learning and career readiness. Founded in 1865, Rider combines small class sizes and engaged faculty to support undergraduate and graduate study across business, arts, sciences and professional programs. The campus fosters community involvement, leadership development and experiential learning to help students prepare for their chosen professions.

The university is recognised for hands-on learning through internships, research, and partnerships with industry that enhance employability. Faculty mentorship and applied coursework ensure students gain practical skills and real-world experience while pursuing academic goals. Rider’s programs are designed to balance theory and practice, enabling graduates to enter the workforce with confidence and relevant competencies.

International students at Rider are welcomed into a close-knit campus community with support for academic transition, visa processes and cultural integration. The university offers services to help students succeed academically and socially, from advising to career counselling and campus organizations. Prospective international applicants should review program offerings and admissions guidance to find the pathway that best fits their academic interests and career plans.

The Bachelor in Part-time, Evening Teacher Certification Program at Rider University is for individuals seeking to become teachers. This program offers a Bachelor's degree and can be completed in just three semesters, providing candidates with the opportunity to earn their initial K-6 teaching certification.

The curriculum includes hands-on experience, with a full-time student teaching experience in the final semester. Students will work with experienced educators and have the chance to develop their teaching skills in a real classroom setting, learning how to create engaging lesson plans and assess student progress.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Elementary School Teachers, Middle School Teachers, High School Teachers, Special Education Teachers, or Curriculum Developers, working in public or private schools, or in educational consulting firms.