Rowan University
Ranked among the top 100 Public National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, Rowan University offers over 100 bachelor's programs, 200 study abroad programs in 40 countries, more than 200 student clubs and organizations, and one unstoppable community. Our bustling and innovative institution was named the Fastest-Growing Public Research Institution in the Northeast and in the Nation’s Top 10, according to The Chronicle of Higher Education's annual Almanac. Located on a southern New Jersey suburban campus, students benefit from the resources of a large university, but with small class sizes and affordable cost.
Accepts first-year applicationsMid-AtlanticPublicSuburbanLarge (15,000+)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Engineering
- Research
- Science
- Technology
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Nursing
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
- Computer Science
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Disability Services
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- LGBTQIA Services
- Military/Veteran Services
- Night Class Offerings
- On-Campus Housing
- ROTC Program
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
- Distance/online learning
Application information
First-year
As a first-year student at Rowan University, you must submit an application, official high school transcripts, letter(s) of recommendation and a personal essay. Additionally, SAT or ACT scores are required for evaluation, unless you are applying test-optional. Once your application is complete, it will be reviewed, and you will receive a decision within two weeks (application review begins October 15). If you are applying to an Art, Theater/Dance, or Music program, you will need to also submit a portfolio or register for an audition.
Transfer
Transfer students must have at least 12 credits completed at the time of application. To apply as a transfer student, please complete the Transfer Application here.
If you have fewer than 12 credits completed, please fill out the Common App for first-year admission. In addition, please have the official transcript sent from each College or University you attended to Rowan University's Office of Admissions.* For more information regarding the transfer of credits from another institution to Rowan, click here. For more information about transferring to Rowan, click here.
*Please Note: Joint Service Transcript credits can be transferred to a Rowan University degree, however, they are not used in an admission decision.
If you have fewer than 12 credits completed, please fill out the Common App for first-year admission. In addition, please have the official transcript sent from each College or University you attended to Rowan University's Office of Admissions.* For more information regarding the transfer of credits from another institution to Rowan, click here. For more information about transferring to Rowan, click here.
*Please Note: Joint Service Transcript credits can be transferred to a Rowan University degree, however, they are not used in an admission decision.
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Additional information
At Rowan University, there are several scholarships available to help make your academic dreams a reality. The Rowan University Scholars Program awards merit-based scholarships to eligible first-time students enrolled full-time during the fall semester. The Brown & Gold Scholarship awards up to $8,500/year in merit-based scholarships to eligible out-of-state students enrolled full-time during the fall semester. Applications for admission submitted before January 31 will be reviewed for scholarship eligibility.
In addition to scholarships, our Office of Financial Aid is committed to providing you with assistance in applying for different types of aid that may help you pay for your college education. We'll give you the information and resources you need to decide which type of aid will work best for you. We determine a student's eligibility to receive grants, loans, and participate in the federal work study program. We also administer the Rowan Opportunity and Garden State Guarantee Programs. Both of these programs provide additional grant funding to eligible students to ensure tuition and fees are either fully covered or reduced to the program's cap on cost.
In addition to scholarships, our Office of Financial Aid is committed to providing you with assistance in applying for different types of aid that may help you pay for your college education. We'll give you the information and resources you need to decide which type of aid will work best for you. We determine a student's eligibility to receive grants, loans, and participate in the federal work study program. We also administer the Rowan Opportunity and Garden State Guarantee Programs. Both of these programs provide additional grant funding to eligible students to ensure tuition and fees are either fully covered or reduced to the program's cap on cost.
Visit us
Ready to see the endless possibilities at Rowan? Experience our vibrant community on a campus visit. Our admissions ambassador-led campus tours begin with a brief presentation followed by a 90-minute walk around campus. Imagine yourself 20 minutes from Philadelphia, an hour from the Jersey shore, two hours from New York City, and three hours from Washington D.C. Schedule your tour today!
Explore Rowan University’s vibrant campus from anywhere with our virtual interactive map! Immerse yourself in a self-guided experience of over 60 different locations, across Rowan University's five campuses. Get a closer look at our bustling downtown hub in addition to a wide range of state-of-the-art academic buildings, residence halls, and more. This interactive experience features 3D virtual tours, photos and videos that give you a real life depiction of what your future could be like here.
"I chose Rowan because it seems like a small community that offers a host of new opportunities for me. It also seems to be a solid, affordable education that will allow me to pursue my dreams in the future.”