by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Rowan degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Rowan measures up.
Rowan is ranked #1,999 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of D. Within New Jersey, it ranks #41 of 59 for value.
These Rowan majors earned the highest value rankings from College Factual.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant | #1 of 1 |
| Building/Construction Site Management/Manager | #3 of 4 |
| Building Management & Inspection | #3 of 5 |
| Construction Trades | #3 of 5 |
| Other English Language & Literature/Letters | #6 of 9 |
| English Literature (Other) | #6 of 9 |
| English | #6 of 9 |
| Radio & Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician | #8 of 10 |
| Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services | #9 of 12 |
| Communications / Public Relations | #14 of 40 |
Below is the detailed Rowan value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Rowan University is ranked #7 out of #65 in New Jersey for quality and #41 out of #59 for New Jersey value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Rowan financial aid page to be sure.
Rowan University is ranked #1,999 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, Rowan University is overpriced for the quality of education it provides.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Rowan costs about $25,237. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $100,949 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $35,881 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $22,408 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $25,237 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $100,949 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
Your price depends heavily on your family income and the aid you qualify for. See the Rowan net price page for a fuller breakdown of what you might actually pay.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Rowan degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $143,524 | — | — |
| All Students | $100,949 | #1,999 | D |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,632 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $143,524 | — | — |
| All Students | $100,949 | #41 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $89,632 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Rowan shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,180 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,598 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,644 |
| $75K–$110K | $27,596 |
| Over $110K | $28,933 |
About 79% of Rowan undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $10,782 per year. Get more details on the Rowan financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Rowan cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.