Rivier University
Rivier University is a private, Catholic, coeducational university located in Nashua, New Hampshire, USA. It was founded in 1933 by the Sisters of the Presentation of Mary and is named after Saint Marie Rivier.
The university offers a wide range of academic programs, including associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across fields like business, nursing, education, cybersecurity, and public health. It has a relatively small student population (around 2,000+ students) and maintains a 17:1 student–faculty ratio, supporting personalized learning.
Rivier is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE), and several of its specialized programs (such as nursing, psychology, and business) hold professional accreditations.
🌍 Ranking Details
Rivier University is generally considered a mid-tier U.S. university, with stronger recognition at the regional and program level rather than global elite rankings.
🌐 Global & National Rankings
- #3951 in the world (EduRank 2025)
- #1038 in the United States
- #9 in New Hampshire (state ranking)
- World Rank ~6063 (Webometrics 2026)
🇺🇸 Other Ranking Indicators
- Around #937 out of 1,662 U.S. universities (CollegeRaptor 2026)
- #4 Best Value College in New Hampshire (Niche 2026)
- Ranked among top U.S. colleges for nursing (#56 in America)
👉 Overall, Rivier performs best in regional rankings, nursing, and value-based metrics rather than global research rankings.
