Rowan University is a public research university in Glassboro, south New Jersey, about 30 minutes from Philadelphia. It has grown quickly over the past two decades, with engineering, medicine, business, education and computing among its strengths. Tuition is moderate for a research university.
Glassboro, New Jersey, United States
Official website: rowan.edu
R2 — high research activity
1923 in Glassboro
Two medical schools, MD and DO
$24,000 – $32,000
International students, undergraduate and graduate
$15,000 – $19,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on rowan.edu before you apply.
MS Computer Science
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
MS Data Science
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
MS Mechanical Engineering
Masters DegreeDuration
24 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
MBA
Masters DegreeDuration
18 Months
Intake
Sep, Jan
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
Fast-growing engineering college.
Two medical schools.
Philadelphia is 30 minutes away.
Graduates join pharma, engineering and tech firms in New Jersey and Philadelphia.
STEM master's graduates can work in the US for up to three years on OPT.
Engineering alumni work across the Delaware Valley.
Undergrad
1 Mar 2027
Postgrad
Rolling
Undergrad
Rolling
Postgrad
Rolling
The campus has new engineering and science buildings and a walkable 'Rowan Boulevard' with shops and housing.
Glassboro is a college town with moderate rent. Philadelphia is 30 minutes by car.
Form I-20 issued by Rowan University
Proof of funds for one academic year
SEVIS I-901 fee payment receipt
Completed DS-160 online application
US embassy or consulate interview
Passport valid six months beyond stay
Rowan reviews undergraduate applications through spring, with priority by 1 March. Graduate programmes are rolling.
Most programmes start in fall and spring.
It's the F-1 student visa. Get your I-20 from Rowan University first (they need your deposit and bank documents), then pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 and attend the visa interview. Book the interview early in peak season.
Computer science, data science, mechanical engineering and the MBA are popular. Graduate programmes need a bachelor's degree and IELTS 6.5.
Rowan offers some merit scholarships to international undergraduates. Check the financial aid page.
