As of May 18, 2026, Riviera seniors have earned acceptances to 186 colleges and universities across 33 states and 6 countries, along with more than $22 million in scholarship offers to date—an average of over $190,000 per senior. With additional decisions still to come, these results reflect not only academic achievement, but the purpose, determination, and individuality that define Riviera students. A Class of Ambition and Individuality This year’s acceptances include some of the most respected institutions in the world, including Harvard University, Yale University, Princeton University, the University of Pennsylvania, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, the University of Notre Dame, Rice University, the University of Florida, and the Georgia Institute of Technology. Just as importantly, the Class of 2026’s college list reflects the wide range of passions and ambitions within the senior class. Riviera students have earned admission to outstanding universities and specialized programs in engineering, business, the arts, hospitality, technology, and the sciences—across the United States and abroad. The breadth of the list speaks to a community where students are encouraged to discover who they are, pursue what inspires them, and aim high.
