Pre-Arrival Information

Pre-Arrival Information

Pre-Arrival Information

Please be aware of the important dates for Fall 2025 as you prepare for your arrival. As the semester approaches, this information is subject to change. Check back frequently for the most up-to-date information.

Monday, August 25 and Tuesday, August 26, 2025: International Move-In Days

  • Move-in for new international students will be from 9am to 1pm on both days. Students must pick up their RowanCard from Savitz Hall immediately upon arrival. After picking up your RowanCard, report directly to the University Housing Office on the 1st Floor of Savitz Hall. If you arrive after 1pm or on the weekend, you will be responsible for arranging your own temporary accommodations. International students will also receive specific Early Move In (EMI) information and instructions in the assignment notification. Please check your Rowan email regularly for you assignment information.
  • Ground Transportation:
    Students are responsible for arranging their own transportation to Rowan. We recommend flying into Philadelphia International Airport as this is the closest airport to Glassboro, New Jersey. However, you may fly into any airport you choose. Please click here for updated information about ground transportation from Philadelphia airport to Rowan in Glassboro.

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

  • Meetings with Academic Advising (Undergraduate Students Only)
    • College of Business and the School of Entrepreneurship
      10am - 11am, Business Hall Room 103
    • College of Science & Math, Engineering, and Health and Exercise Science
      10am - 11am, Engineering Hall Rooms 319, 320 & 321
    • All other majors will be contacted directly by their Academic Advisors.
  • School of Graduate Studies Orientation (Graduate Students Only)
  • Vendor and Campus Resources Fair (All New International Students)
    • 2:30pm - 4:30pm, Bunce Hall 2nd Floor

Thursday, August 28, 2025: New International Student Onboarding

All students are encouraged to attend the International Student Onboarding Session. This is different from any other orientations you may have for your degree level or major! The International Center staff and representatives from different departments on campus will be present at onboarding to welcome you and provide you with the information you need to start your journey at Rowan. 

  • 11:30 am - 5pm, Chamberlain Student Center
  • Lunch will be provided

Monday, September 1, 2025: Labor Day Holiday

  • No Classes. University is closed.
  • Arrival Deadline

Tuesday, September 2, 2025: First Day of Classes