Rowan Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 77.66%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1210. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $16,574
- Out-of-State Tuition: $26,932
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at Rowan:
- Total Enrollment: 21,026, including 2,733 online students
- 16,100 Undergraduate, 4,926 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 48.7% men, 51.3% women.
- This is a large institution, providing extensive academic options and vibrant campus life.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 67%. Moderate graduation rate, typical for many institutions.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 15%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 82%. Good retention, typical for many institutions.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 297 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 12 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 74 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
Rowan Overview
Rowan University (Rowan) is a four-year, public school located in Glassboro, NJ. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The Rowan's tuition & fees is $16,574 for New Jersey residents and $26,932 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 78% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,782.
The school has a total enrollment of 21,026 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
Rowan's acceptance rate is 77.66% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 23.04%. The median SAT score is 1210 and the ACT score is 26.
Rowan ranked 204th in National Universities and 16th in New Jersey Colleges rankings. Rowan University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Rowan University is $16,574 for in-state students and $26,932 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $18,607 for in-state students and $18,607 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $17,497 for New Jersey residents and $28,373 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $19,621 for New Jersey residents and $19,621 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $16,574 | $26,932 |
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| Graduate | $18,607 | $18,607 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $17,497 | $28,373 |
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| Graduate | $19,621 | $19,621 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Rowan University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Rowan
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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