Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ · Public · Bachelor's degrees · Suburb
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About Rowan University
Rowan University is a public research university in Glassboro, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1923 as Glassboro Normal School on a 25-acre (10 ha) site donated by 107 residents, the school was known as Glassboro State College from 1958 until 1992 and Rowan College of New Jersey from 1992 to 1997. It also operates a medical campus in Stratford, and medical and academic campuses in Camden. The university includes 14 colleges and schools with a total enrollment (undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies) of just over 19,600 students. Rowan offers bachelor's, master's, doctoral, and professional degree programs. It is classified among "R2: Doctoral Universities – High research activity".
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78%
Acceptance
$22,408
Net price
15,841
Enrollment
67%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
78%
Acceptance rate
1,212
SAT average
27
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$22,408
Average net price
$16,574
In-state tuition
$26,932
Out-of-state tuition
$16,928
Room & board
$1,330
Books & supplies
$35,842
Total cost of attendance
33%
Students receiving Pell grants
43%
Students with federal loans
$20,500
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
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After Graduation
$59,988
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$50,705
Median earnings (6 yrs)
67%
Graduation rate
82%
Retention rate
84%
Earn more than a HS grad
$16,731
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
15,841
Total enrollment
10%
Part-time
21
Avg. age at entry
35%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Rowan University FAQ
Is Rowan University a public or private school?
Rowan University is a public institution located in Glassboro, NJ.
What is the acceptance rate at Rowan University?
Rowan University has an acceptance rate of 78%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Rowan University cost?
The average annual net price at Rowan University is $22,408 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $16,574 in-state and $26,932 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at Rowan University?
About 67% of students at Rowan University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Rowan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Rowan University students earn a median of $59,988 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Rowan University?
Admitted students at Rowan University have an average SAT score of 1,212 and an ACT midpoint of 27. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Rowan University?
Rowan University enrolls about 15,841 students.
Campus
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