Rowan University

The university admitted 77% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 16,907 students applied to Rowan University and 13,092 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Rowan University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 7/15 and the application fee costs $65.

Students who apply to Rowan University for fall should hear back from Rowan University by October 15.

Rowan University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Rowan University's admissions stats.

Rowan University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14%
Mean SAT Score	1161
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	35.67%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	2.71%
Waitlist	No

Rowan University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Rowan University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 15	October 15

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Applying Early to Rowan University?

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Rowan University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Rowan University Admissions

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Transferring to Rowan University

For more information on transferring to Rowan University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Rowan University

Rowan University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Rowan University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Rowan University

What does Rowan University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

Make sure to check with Rowan University for more information on admission factors.

Rowan University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Rowan University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Rowan University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	√	–	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Rowan University?

Students admitted to Rowan University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 55% submitted a class rank. At Rowan University 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 37% were in the top 25% and 71% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Rowan University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	16.93%
3.75 and 3.99	14.37%
3.50 and 3.74	22.28%
3.25 and 3.49	10.85%
3.00 and 3.24	17.63%
2.50 and 2.9	17.09%
2.00 and 2.49	0.85%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Rowan University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Rowan University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 35.67% of Rowan University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2.71% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Rowan University?

To be competitive with other Rowan University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1100 and 1290 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Rowan University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1290 and 25% of scored lower than 1100, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Rowan University student is 1161.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Rowan University students scored 650 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Rowan University students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

To be most competitive at Rowan University, you should strive to earn between 22.5 and 30.75 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30.75 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Rowan University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30.75, and three out of four students scored lower than 30.75 on the ACT.

A 22.5 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Rowan University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.5.

More Information on Transferring to Rowan University

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Rowan University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Rowan University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Rowan University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Rowan University.

Does Rowan University accept transfer credits?

✅ Rowan University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Rowan University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Rowan University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Rowan University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Rowan University?

❌ No, Rowan University is test optional, so you can decide whether to submit your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Rowan University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Rowan University is 77%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Rowan University?

❌ Rowan University does not offer early decision.

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