Rider University Field Hockey
Rider University (Rider) · Lawrenceville, New Jersey · Private nonprofit university
Rider University Field Hockey coaches
Coaches at Rider University who recruit Women's Field Hockey, head coach first.
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The program
Where Rider University competes and how it ranks.
- Affiliation
- NCAA
- Division
- Division I
- Conference
- Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
- Program level
- Recognized
- Athletics site
- gobroncs.com
How you compare
The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.
Popular majors
- Test policy
- Considered but not Required
- Student-to-faculty
- 14 : 1
- Graduation rate
- 61% in six years
What it costs
Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.
Where it is
Rider University in Lawrenceville.
- Location
- Lawrenceville, New Jersey
- Type
- Private Non-Profit
- Religious affiliation
- Not Religiously Affiliated
- Time zone
- Eastern
- Website
- rider.edu
About Rider University Field Hockey
How the program competes and what the school is like.
Gina Carey-Smith, the Head Coach, leads the Rider University Field Hockey staff of 3 coaches, verified June 2026. Rider University (Rider) competes in NCAA Division I Field Hockey as a member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. Rider University is a private school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey with 4,003 undergraduates, a 79% acceptance rate and an average net price of $26,618 a year after aid.
How to get recruited by Rider University Field Hockey
What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.
- Find the right coachEmail Gina Carey-Smith, the Head Coach and Ally Tarantino, the Assistant Coach. Rider University has 3 coaches for Field Hockey, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
- Lead with your numbersPut your position, club team and stats like goals and assists in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
- Send your videoInclude a highlight video with full-field clips, with the link near the top so Gina can watch without scrolling.
- Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Rider University typically score 1100–1320 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
- Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Rider University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
Rider University Field Hockey FAQ
Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.
Is Rider University D1?
Yes. Rider University competes in NCAA Division I Field Hockey, in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Is Rider University public or private?
Rider University is a private nonprofit school in Lawrenceville, New Jersey.
What conference is Rider University Field Hockey in?
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Does Rider University offer athletic scholarships for Field Hockey?
Rider University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.
How many coaches does Rider University Field Hockey have?
3 coaches, led by Gina Carey-Smith, the Head Coach.
How much does Rider University cost?
In-state tuition is $39,700 and out-of-state tuition is $39,700 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $26,618.
What is the Rider University acceptance rate?
79% of applicants are admitted.
What SAT or ACT score do you need for Rider University?
Admitted students typically score 1100–1320 on the SAT and 27–31 on the ACT.
How do I contact the Rider University Field Hockey coaches?
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Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.