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Rowan University Admission Requirements

Glassboro, New Jersey

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Your chances of getting into Rowan University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

76.9%
Admission Difficulty for Rowan University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Rowan University is 76.9%.  Its admission rate is the 17th lowest in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Rowan University and can you get accepted?

Rowan University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 13,006 out of the 16,903 who applied were admitted.

Rowan University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.44. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Rowan University?

77% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Rowan University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.44 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1200 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT

Rowan University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.44

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Rowan University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Rowan University are to have around a 3.44 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.44 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Rowan University accepts 77% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Rowan University is 3.44 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #9 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Rowan University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Rowan University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 19.36% Good
3.75 to 3.99 12.15% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.87% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.34% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 15.3% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 17.02% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.96% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Rowan University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Rowan University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 36% of students submitted SAT scores and 3% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1090-1300

Applicants Submitting SAT 

36%
SAT Scores for Rowan University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 550
Math 25th Percentile 540
Composite 25th Percentile 1090
SAT Scores for Rowan University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 650
Math 75th Percentile 650
Composite 75th Percentile 1300
Average SAT Score 1200

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Rowan University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Rowan University is 1200 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1090-1300. Students who get into Rowan University score in the top 43 percent of all SAT test takers..  Rowan University ranks #11 in the state of New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1200 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Rowan University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1090 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1090, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 980, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Rowan University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1200 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1195, you have around a 77% chance of being admitted. A 1300 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 86% chance of getting in.

Rowan University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1300 and Above Good >86%
1195 to 1300 Avg + 77%-86%
1090 to 1195 Avg - 64%-77%
985 to 1090 Reach 48%-64%
Less than 985 Low <48%
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Rowan University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

23-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

3%
ACT Scores for Rowan University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 23
Math 25th Percentile 21
Composite 25th Percentile 23
ACT Scores for Rowan University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 32
Math 75th Percentile 29
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Rowan University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Rowan University is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 31.  The school ranks #7 in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 19.

3 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Rowan University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Rowan University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Rowan University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 77% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 86% with a 31 ACT score.

Rowan University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >86%
27 to 31 Avg + 77%-86%
23 to 27 Avg - 64%-77%
19 to 23 Reach 48%-64%
Less than 19 Low <48%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Rowan University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 9,032 7,871 16,903
Accepted 7,129 5,877 13,006
Acceptance Rate 79% 75% 77%
Enrolled 1,264 1,321 2,585
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 22% 20%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Rowan University is $65.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Rowan University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Rowan University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Required to be considered for admission

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Rowan University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Rowan University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.44 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1200 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=184782 IPEDS survey data for Rowan University.

Last updated February 24, 2024