Academic Year 2026 - 2027

Fast Facts

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to more than 25,000 students. Rowan focuses on practical research at the intersection of health care, engineering, science and business while ensuring excellence in undergraduate education. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, high-quality, affordable education and public-private partnerships. Rowan is one of just two public universities in the nation to offer M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs and is among the top 10 fastest-growing public research institutions in the nation.

Academic Programs

Including 65+ Rowan Online programs, with many more certificates and credentials available.

129

Bachelor's

69

Master's

3

Professional

19

Doctoral

Students

Note: Fall 2026 enrollment figures will be available in October.

25,123

Total unduplicated enrollment FY26

22,058

Total by Program Fall 2025

Glassboro Residential Data

6 ,200 Live on-campus
2,500 Live off-campus

Fall 2025 by Degree Level

17,157 Undergraduate
3,187 Graduate
1,714 Professional/Medical

Athletics

18 NCAA Division III teams

Rowan offers competitive and recreational athletic programs, including 18 NCAA Division III teams.

12

National championships won by NCAA teams, alongside many individual titles

18

Rank among winningest DIII programs nationally

45 sport clubs (non-NCAA)—a mix of competitive and recreational teams overseen by Campus Recreation

Colleges

Schools

Points of Distinction

Top 100 national public research university and best value (U.S. News & World Report 2025 rankings)

1st Vet School in NJ

Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, inaugural class welcomed in Fall 2025. Already home to Cooper Medical School of Rowan University, Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, Rowan is 1 of 2 public universities in the nation to grant M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degrees.

#1

Fastest-growing public doctoral university in highly competitive Northeast, among nation's top 10 (The Chronicle of Higher Education Almanac 2025)

$98M

Institutional student scholarships and waivers awarded in FY26

Jean & Ric Edelman Fossil Park & Museum awarded 6 architecture honors and placed TOP 10 in USA TODAY Reader's Choice competition

Economic Impact

$2.9 billion estimated annual statewide impact

Including, $1.8 billion in construction and design projects completed, underway or planned since AY10

$797.5M

Annual Operating Budget

4,500

Employees

10 campuses offering education, clinical services and research activity

What rankings and national recognition has Rowan University received?

Rowan is ranked with the nation's top public research institutions for academic quality, value and research growth. U.S. News & World Report also ranks Rowan among the nation's top public universities and best value colleges. In the 2027 U.S. News & World Report rankings, Rowan was No. 99 among Top Public Schools, No. 191 among National Universities and No. 64 among Best Value Schools, in addition to being nationally ranked for engineering, computer science, business and more. [usnews.com], [usnews.com], [today.rowan.edu]

Rowan is a Top 100 nationally-ranked public research university and is among the top three nationally-ranked, fastest-growing public research universities in the country. Rowan is the number one fastest-growing public doctoral university in the Northeast and 10th fastest-growing public research university in the nation. [sites.rowan.edu]

Additional rankings, awards and accolades are available on this page: About Rowan and university accolades pages.

Is Rowan University a good value?

Yes. The University is routinely ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the most affordable universities in New Jersey and as one of the most competitive and best-value public universities in the country. Rowan#64 in U.S. News & World Report rankings as a top public university and in the magazine's list of best value schools is based on a measure of academic quality, affordability and student success. [usnews.com], [usnews.com], [today.rowan.edu]

Rowan seeks to reduce the financial burden of higher education through scholarships, grants, work-study programs and other financial assistance. In FY26, the University distributed nearly $98 million in scholarships and waivers based on need or merit.

Students receive quality academic programs and experiential education, career development, and an expanding network of employer partnerships. For tuition, costs and financial aid information, please see Rowan's Financial Aid pages. For more information about graduate outcomes, including placement rates and career growth, please see Rowan Career Services and other institutional reports.

What is Rowan University known for?

OURM University (RUI) The University provides a low-cost, quality education and makes a difference by engaging in research, innovation, and public service. The purpose of the University is in pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and service, and in providing faculty professional development and community engagement.

Rowan is best known for:

Engineering and applied research
Health sciences & medical education
Business and entrepreneurship
Teacher education
Undergraduate research opportunities
Innovation and public-private partnerships
Veterinary, osteopathic and allopathic medical education [sites.rowan.edu]

Rowan is also one of only two public universities in the nation that offers M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. programs, presenting extraordinary opportunities for cross-fertilization across health, science and research disciplines. [svm.rowan.edu], [sites.rowan.edu]

Outstanding programs in the college include the engineering, computer science, business and nursing. [usnews.com], [today.rowan.edu]

Discover more about our colleges, schools, research enterprise and mission at rowan.edu/about.

What majors and academic programs does Rowan University offer?

Rowan University provides undergraduate, graduate, professional and doctoral programs in a wide range of academic areas. Academic Programs Include:

129 undergraduate degree programs
69 Master's programs
3 professional degree programs
19 doctoral degree programs

Students can pursue studies in areas such as:

Engineering
Business
Health sciences
Medicine
Veterinary medicine
Education
Arts and humanities
Computer science
Communication
Environmental and earth sciences
Public policy and social sciences

Online Programs Apart from the programs that are on campus, 65+ Rowan Online programs are fully online for working professionals and adult learners.

Browse all programs via the Rowan Program Finder or the Rowan Online program pages.

How much does it cost to attend Rowan University?

Estimated cost of attendance can differ depending on whether you are an in-state or out-of-state student, full-time or part-time enrollment, as well as housing and academic program. Estimated tuition and fees are often complemented with a number of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programs. [usnews.com]

Rowan continues to be affordable and accessible, granting approximately $98 million in institutional grants and waivers in FY26.

Visit Rowan's tuitional and financial aid pages for the latest tuition rates, fees, and cost of attendance information financial aid.

What is Rowan University’s acceptance rate?

The acceptance rate at Rowan University is about 77%, putting it in the range of being an acceptable school that you have a decent chance of getting into, between the range of a good school where the school is trying to admit academically qualified students. [usnews.com]

Programs have different admissions criteria; some include high school coursework, gpa requirements, and/or supplemental application materials. Rowan has a test-optional policy for many undergraduate admissions [usnews.com]

Future students will find the application requirements and deadlines at: Admissions

How big is Rowan University?

Rowan University is a public research university and is one of the state's largest and most comprehensive.

Main facts are:

Over 25,000 students registered across undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs
129 bachelor's 69 master's 3 professional 19 doctoral
Multiple colleges, schools and medical education campuses
Thirteen thousand undergraduates, over 6,200 living on the Glassboro campus
Service in multiple campuses and 100+ sites for education, research and clinical practice throughout the area [sites.rowan.edu]

Size Rowan's size gives students access to a wealth of academic resources while providing them with a more personalized learning experience.

Where is Rowan University located?

Rowan University's main campus is in Glassboro, New Jersey, about 20 miles south of Philadelphia. The University offers students the advantages of both a real college town and proximity to one of the nation's largest metro areas. [usnews.com], [sites.rowan.edu]

Along with the Glassboro campus, Rowan manages the following educational, clinical and research centers in southern New Jersey and the Philadelphia area:

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University at Camden
Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine in Stratford
Other educational, research and health care sites around the region [msche.org]

Visitors, directions & campus tours can be found here: Plan a Visit

Is Rowan University accredited?

Yes. Rowan University has been accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), one of the most well-respected institutional accrediting agencies in the country recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. MSCHE reaffirmed Rowan's accreditation in 2019 and is current. [sites.rowan.edu], [msche.org]

Besides institutional accreditation, some programs at Rowan are also accredited by professional accreditation organizations. This is done for programs such as medicine, nursing, engineering, teaching, and veterinarian medicine. The Shreiber School of Veterinarian Medicine is in the process of achieving accreditation from the American veterinarian Medical Association Counsil on Education and is under provisional accreditation until the program completes the normal accreditation process for a new veterinarian school. [svm.rowan.edu], [sites.rowan.edu]

Learn more: https://sites.rowan.edu/academic-affairs/accreditation/

What makes Rowan University different from other New Jersey universities?

Rowan University different is our rapid growth, academics, healthcare and opportunity for students to be immersed in their experiences.

Unique features are:

One of the Most Rapidly Growing Public Research Universities in the Country
A Top 100 public research university
One of only two public universities in the United States to have M.D., D.O. and D.V.M. degree programs
Home to New Jersey's first veterinary school
Significant focus on applied research and transdisciplinary teamwork.
Extensive undergraduate research and experiential learning opportunities
Accredited engineering, computer science, business and health sciences programs at the national level

Major public-private partnerships that support innovation, economic development and student success [sites.rowan.edu], [svm.rowan.edu], [sites.rowan.edu], [usnews.com], [today.rowan.edu]

Rowan is a leading public research university that combines academic excellence and research with a focus on teaching and learning. With a strong emphasis on community engagement, Rowan prepares students for meaningful careers and to serve as future leaders of our diverse society. [sites.rowan.edu]