Rivier University to begin phase two of Rivier Village expansion project
Rivier University will begin construction for the second phase of its Rivier Village project in early 2025 following a series of approvals by the City of Nashua.
The expansion aims to address the growing demand for on-campus housing, fueled by record enrollment and the ongoing development of the University’s academic and athletic programs.
The new residence halls will replicate the design of the existing Rivier Village buildings that opened this past winter. Each hall will accommodate 37 students, offering a mix of single and two-bedroom units. The expansion will also include additional parking, along with new walkways, green spaces, and landscaping to enhance the complex while making the campus more accessible.
The initial phase of Rivier Village, situated at the corner of South Main Street and Oldfield Road, introduced two buildings featuring four-to-six single-bedroom suites, each equipped with multiple bathrooms, a living room, a full kitchen, and in-unit laundry facilities.
“With the successful launch of the first two Rivier Village residence halls, we have seen firsthand the positive impact this modern living space has had on our student community,” says Sister Paula Marie Buley, IHM, President of Rivier University. “Phase two of the project will not only expand our residential capacity, but also enhance the overall experience of our students.”
The Rivier Village expansion is a strategic initiative aligned with the University’s multi-year plan to support its growth. The new residential halls will offer upper-level students, including juniors and seniors, a living environment that mirrors the independence they will experience post-graduation. A 12-month rental option continues to be available, accommodating students who wish to remain on campus year-round.
This expansion is part of the University’s broader campus enhancement plan, which has already seen the addition of the 36,000-square-foot Science and Innovation Center in 2020, the cutting-edge Nursing Simulation and Clinical Education Center in 2022, and the renovation of Business and Security Studies facilities to include advanced cybersecurity laboratories.
The University has also made substantial investments in its athletic facilities, highlighted by the Linda Robinson Pavilion that opened in 2019. The facility offers stadium seating, an athletic training room, and areas for team gatherings, along with a new artificial turf playing field on Joanne Merrill Field. Recent enhancements to the Muldoon Center include a new hardwood floor in the gymnasium and updated locker room facilities, which were unveiled in October 2024.
Rivier offers more than 60 programs from the associate to doctoral degree level in business, nursing, public health, biology, biotechnology, education, computer science, cybersecurity management, and a variety of other in-demand fields. Prospective students should contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@rivier.edu or (603) 897-8507 to learn more.