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Rowan University

Glassboro, New Jersey · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$50,705

Acceptance Rate

78%

Graduation Rate

68%

Annual Tuition

$15,700

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Rowan University earn a median of $59,988 ten years after entry — 11% above the national median. Acceptance rate 77.8%, average SAT score 1212, in-state tuition $15,700.

At a Glance

Total Students

14,647

Retention Rate

82%

Faculty Ratio

16

Financial Aid

44%

Median Debt

$20,500

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,212

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

560–660

SAT Math (middle 50%)

550–650

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

23–29

Institution Overview

Rowan University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 77.8% and a student body of 14,647. The university has a retention rate of 81.6% and a graduation rate of 68.2%. The median debt for graduates is $20,500, and 44.3% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median salary of $42,275. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $50,705, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $59,988. The in-state tuition is $15,700.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$42k

1 YEAR

$51k

5 YEARS

$60k

10 YEARS

Top 30% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Rowan University alumni earn a median salary of $42,275. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $50,705. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $59,988. The median debt for graduates is $20,500.

Rowan University has a student body of 14,647 students. The university has a 77.8% acceptance rate and a 68.2% graduation rate. The retention rate is 81.6%. The in-state tuition is $15,700, and 44.3% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business Administration, Management and Operations

Graduates 448 / yr
Median Salary $79,897

Psychology, General

Graduates 400 / yr
Median Salary $30,920

Biology, General

Graduates 272 / yr
Median Salary $33,313

Criminal Justice and Corrections

Graduates 265 / yr
Median Salary $33,254

Medicine

Graduates 258 / yr
Median Salary $66,847

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 205 / yr
Median Salary $64,645

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Graduates 200 / yr
Median Salary $35,116

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 193 / yr
Median Salary $43,486

Finance and Financial Management Services

Graduates 167 / yr
Median Salary $51,486

Accounting and Related Services

Graduates 160 / yr
Median Salary $52,363

Computer and Information Sciences, General

Graduates 134 / yr
Median Salary $67,278

Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians

Graduates 120 / yr
Median Salary $27,701

Computer Programming

Graduates 113 / yr
Median Salary $41,799

Mechanical Engineering

Graduates 100 / yr
Median Salary $66,909

Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Graduates 92 / yr
Median Salary $56,546

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 92 / yr
Median Salary $62,761

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 89 / yr
Median Salary $119,453

History

Graduates 87 / yr
Median Salary $35,150

Communication and Media Studies

Graduates 86 / yr
Median Salary $34,549

Music

Graduates 85 / yr
Median Salary $32,781

Civil Engineering

Graduates 79 / yr
Median Salary $67,362

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

Graduates 75 / yr
Median Salary $79,612

Educational Administration and Supervision

Graduates 74 / yr
Median Salary $72,463

Human Resources Management and Services

Graduates 67 / yr
Median Salary $47,983

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Campus Location

Glassboro, New Jersey

Glassboro, NJ 08028

Rowan University is located in Glassboro, New Jersey. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Rowan University has an acceptance rate of 77.8%.