About ROWAN: 

Top 100 Public National University (U.S. News 2022)

#137 Best Doctoral Engineering Programs

#209 Top Performers on Social Mobility, reflecting its dedication to student success and equitable access to education.

#3 fastest-growing research university nationwide by The Chronicle of Higher Education 

With over 22,000 students and 2,505 faculty across three campuses, Rowan is driving innovation and economic growth. Its South Jersey Technology Park, home to 24 companies, is a testament to its commitment to industry collaboration and regional development.

Campus Location

Located in Glassboro, New Jersey – U.S.

800 acres of park-like campus

25 minutes to Philadelphia

2 hours to New York City

3 hours to Washington, D.C. (U.S. capital)

1 hour to the beach

Why Choose Rowan? (https://chss.rowan.edu/departments/sociology/acad/msw/why-choose-rowan.html)

Rowan’s MSW mission statement:  To teach, model, and advance social work knowledge, values, and skills to prepare social workers to build responsive services and systems and advance mental health, equity, and well-being for individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities in South Jersey and beyond.

  • Specialization: Mental Health, Equity and Well-being is grounded in justice as the foundation for growth, healing and change. Students will be able to work across a broad range of settings and populations.
  • Community Based: We are a community of learners building community across the campus and the region with an extensive network of field education partners.
  • Flexible Schedule: The program offers students either a 2 year or 3 year full time sequence with classes offered in the day and evening. This gives students the opportunity to complete their degree in a way that best fits their schedule. 

Featured Programs (LINK)

Rowan offers over 90 undergraduate and 48 graduate programs, including:

    • WILLIAM G. ROHRER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS (Accounting, Finance Marketing, HR Management Management, MIS Supply chain and Logistics Entrepreneurship)
    • COLLEGE OF COMMUNICATION & CREATIVE ARTS (Communication Health & Science Communication Journalism, PR & Advertising Art, Media Biomedical Art & Visualization)
    • COLLEGE OF EDUCATION (Early Childhood Education Elementary Education Literacy Studies Leadership & Social Innovation Inclusive Education) 
  • HENRY M. ROWAN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING (Biomedical, Chemical Engineering Civil & Environmental Construction, Electrical Engineering Technology)
  • COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES (American Studies, Anthropology Economics Political Science International Studies Law & Justice Studies)
  • COLLEGE OF SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS (Biochemistry, Chemistry Computer Science Data Science, Maths Biological Sciences Psychology, Physics) 
  • SCHOOL OF NURSING & HEALTH PROFESSIONS (Nursing Public Health and Wellness Nutrition Health Studies Exercise Studies Athletic Training)

Generous Scholarships

Rowan University offers a wide range of scholarships to international students, making a Rowan education more affordable. With generous scholarship opportunities, you can significantly reduce your tuition costs.

  • Estimated Tuition Undergrad: Approximately $102,256 4 years (30 credits/year) 
  • Tuition after scholarship: $70,000, with an average of $15,000 to $18,000. 
  • Cost After Scholarships: As little as $6,000 to $10,000 per year.

Types of Scholarships:

  • Discounted Health Insurance through Ellacy Scholarship 
  • Brown and Gold Scholarship: up to $8,000/year (4 years up to $32,000)
  • Merit-based scholarships: up to $19,000/year
  • Preparation Program available by Ellacy Academic Team

Admission Requirements for International Students

Application Fee

College Transcript and Copy of Original Degree 

English language test score – a TOEFL 70, IELTS 6.0, PTE 50 or Duolingo 110 

Professional resume/CV (Master’s and Doctoral)