Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
Glassboro, NJ
Don't just follow the path—forge your own
Rowan University has earned national recognition for innovation, commitment to high-quality, affordable education and developing public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan is the nation's third fastest-growing public doctoral research university, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
Located in suburban Southern New Jersey, in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, Rowan offers its 22,000+ students bachelor's through doctoral degrees and professional certificates. Programs are offered in person through its campuses in Glassboro, NJ; Camden, NJ; Stratford, NJ, and online.
Rowan University stands out as one of only two public universities in the nation to grant DVM, DO, and MD degrees. The University is also home to the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine—the first in New Jersey.
Change is in our DNA. From reinventing our identity to evolving the way we educate; we are always adapting to the changing world. As we continue to grow, rise in rankings, and advance the region, we're looking for minds like yours at Rowan University to keep us moving forward. We know you'll not only succeed, you’ll thrive in this community of transformation and individualized educational programming, where we offer a big-town feel with small-town friendships and faculty mentorship.
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Rowan is the Fastest-Growing Public Research Institution in the Northeast and in the Nation’s Top 10 |
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Top 50 entrepreneurship program in the nation and #7 in the Northeast | Princeton Review |
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Rowan is one of only two public universities in the nation to grant DMV, DO, and MD degrees |
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New Jersey's 1st and Only Veterinary School: Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine at Rowan University. |
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.
Rowan University's 100% online programs are designed with YOU in mind! Enjoy the flexibility to learn from anywhere on your schedule—all at an affordable price! Our Rowan Online degrees carry the same high quality as our on-campus offerings, plus you'll still have access to support like remote tutoring and career services to help you prepare for in-demand careers across a variety of industries. Your potential is limitless, and now your education can be too. Discover why Rowan Online is built for your success!
“Adjusting to a new state and not knowing anyone there is a real challenge, but it’s easy to find friends [at Rowan University].
“I have a weird love for dinosaurs, so when I found out that alumnus Ric Edelman gifted Rowan University a fossil park, I knew that I chose the right field for me.”
“After hearing good things about Rowan's Engineering program and with two cousins already here, Rowan was a natural choice for me.”
“I’m on track to complete a dual major in Management Information Systems and Computing & Informatics, and I also hold a leadership position with the volunteer program Fresh for All to provide the community with food.”