Rowan University, Glassboro, New Jersey

Located in Glassboro, New Jersey, Rowan University is a public research institution that has transformed from a teacher training school into one of the fastest-growing universities in the United States. It is a Carnegie-classified R2 institution, meaning it has high research activity. 

Key University Profiles

• Founded: 1923 as Glassboro Normal School.
• Campus Setting: A 991-acre suburban campus in Glassboro, approximately 18 miles southeast of Philadelphia.
• Enrollment: Nearly 25,000 students across its main campus and satellite locations in Camden, Stratford, and Sewell.
• Fastest-Growing: Recognized as the fastest-growing public doctoral university in the Northeast by The Chronicle of Higher Education. 

Academic Structure & Notable Programs

Rowan comprises 14 colleges and schools, offering over 100 bachelor's, 60+ master's, and 16 doctoral degrees. 

• Health Sciences: Rowan is one of only two public universities in the U.S. to offer M.D., D.O., and D.V.M. degrees.
• Cooper Medical School (M.D.).
• Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.).
• Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine: New Jersey's first veterinary school, welcoming its inaugural class in Fall 2025.
• Engineering: The Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering was established following a historic $100 million gift from Henry Rowan in 1992.
• Innovation: The School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship is ranked among the top 50 in the nation by The Princeton Review. 

Campus Life & Development

• Rowan Boulevard: A massive public-private redevelopment project that connects the campus with downtown Glassboro, featuring apartments, retail, and a Barnes & Noble bookstore.
• Athletics: The Rowan Profs compete in 18 NCAA Division III sports.
• Student Experience: According to student reviews on Niche, the university is praised for its approachable faculty and walkable, safe campus environment.