At a glance
Average net price
$22,408
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
67.4%
Admission rate
78%
Undergrad size
15,841
In-state tuition
$16,574
Out-of-state tuition
$26,932
Cost of attendance
$35,842
Median earnings (10y)
$59,988
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,212
- ACT midpoint
- 27
- Retention
- 82.3%
- Locale
- Suburb
Programs breakdown
28 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (25%), social sciences (23%), humanities & arts (22%).
- STEM25%
- Health6%
- Business15%
- Humanities & arts22%
- Social sciences23%
- Trades & services10%
- Business14.7%~2,335 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology12.0%~1,903 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering8.0%~1,267 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication7.8%~1,229 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Education7.3%~1,163 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,106 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science6.8%~1,076 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~992 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~893 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Liberal arts4.0%~638 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~589 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences3.0%~475 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English2.4%~374 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~336 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~217 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History1.3%~212 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~185 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~165 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~154 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Mathematics0.8%~119 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~101 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~98 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~70 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~67 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~38 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~24 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering tech0.1%~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Architecture0.0%~6 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 944 | $28,429 | $21,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 657 | $42,282 | $22,500 |
| Medicine. | First professional | 601 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 546 | $29,579 | $26,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 505 | $32,026 | $23,250 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 374 | $32,714 | $23,125 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 322 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 299 | $45,962 | $24,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 290 | $54,859 | $24,250 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Bachelor's | 290 | $34,175 | $27,000 |
| Computer Programming. | Bachelor's | 239 | $40,608 | $25,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 236 | $49,122 | $24,489 |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor's | 228 | $23,820 | $22,750 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 211 | $72,964 | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 210 | $59,459 | $23,000 |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 204 | $33,970 | $25,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 198 | $60,540 | $22,500 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 158 | $77,478 | $25,000 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other. | Bachelor's | 155 | — | $21,500 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 152 | $27,411 | $26,500 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 148 | $70,059 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 148 | $40,522 | $27,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 142 | $70,732 | $23,250 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Bachelor's | 125 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 111 | $26,945 | $21,708 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 104 | $32,865 | $25,500 |
| Engineering, General. | Master's | 103 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 102 | $80,375 | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 92 | $46,700 | $20,898 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 90 | $99,563 | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 89 | $34,551 | $20,500 |
| Building/Construction Finishing, Management, and Inspection. | Bachelor's | 87 | — | $30,070 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 85 | $44,036 | $22,850 |
| Special Education and Teaching. | Master's | 84 | $57,745 | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 81 | $30,992 | $25,000 |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Undergraduate certificate | 80 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 80 | $37,996 | $26,554 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 79 | $26,714 | $24,265 |
| Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services. | Bachelor's | 79 | — | $24,625 |
| Homeland Security. | Bachelor's | 77 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Rowan University
Rowan University is a very large institution located in Glassboro, New Jersey, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 15,841 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Engineering.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Rowan University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,408 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $16,574 for in-state students and $26,932 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $35,842 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 67.4%, a above-average completion outcome. 82.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $59,988 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Rowan University confers degrees and certificates across 28 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Engineering. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (25% of credentials), social sciences (23% of credentials), humanities & arts (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Rowan University accepts 78% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,212. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 27.
Location & campus
Set in Glassboro, New Jersey (suburb), Rowan University draws students from across New Jersey and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Rowan University
Q.How much does Rowan University cost?
The average net price at Rowan University is $22,408 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $35,842.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Rowan University?
Rowan University has a 6-year graduation rate of 67.4% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Rowan University?
Rowan University admits 78% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do Rowan University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Rowan University graduate earns $59,988 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Rowan University?
Published tuition is $16,574 in-state and $26,932 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Rowan University located?
Rowan University is located in Glassboro, New Jersey (ZIP 08028).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Rowan University at their official website.