Rowan University Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Rowan University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
69.4%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Difficult | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Rowan University and can I get accepted? The school has a 69% acceptance rate ranking it #16 in New Jersey for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 9,766 out of 14,068 applicants were admitted making Rowan University a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has difficult requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 36 percent. Only 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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Rowan University SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1130-1320Applicants Submitting SAT
91%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 590 |
| SAT Math 25th | 540 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1130 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 670 |
| SAT Math 75th | 650 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1320 |
| Average SAT Score | 1230 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Rowan University?
Rowan University typically requires applicants to be in the top 36 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1130 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1030. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1230 out of 1600. The school ranks #7 in New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 91 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1320 and Above | Good | >79% |
| 1225 to 1320 | Avg + | 69%-79% |
| 1130 to 1225 | Avg - | 57%-69% |
| 1035 to 1130 | Reach | 44%-57% |
| Less than 1035 | Low | <44% |
Rowan University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
22-28Applicants Submitting ACT
17%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 21 |
| ACT Math 25th | 22 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 22 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 28 |
| ACT Math 75th | 28 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 28 |
| Average ACT Score | 25 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Rowan University?
Admission data indicates that Rowan University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 22 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 37 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 19 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 25 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 28 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #5 in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite score. 17 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Rowan University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 28 and Above | Good | >79% |
| 25 to 28 | Avg + | 69%-79% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg - | 57%-69% |
| 19 to 22 | Reach | 44%-57% |
| Less than 19 | Low | <44% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Rowan University has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 6,981 | 7,087 | 14,068 |
| Accepted | 4,697 | 5,069 | 9,766 |
| Acceptance Rate | 67% | 72% | 69% |
| Enrolled | 1,027 | 1,439 | 2,466 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 22% | 28% | 25% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Rowan University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Neither required nor recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Required |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=184782 IPEDS survey data for Rowan University.
