New Student Information

New Student Information

Information for New Rowan Students

Welcome to Rowan!  We are looking forward to working with you.  This page includes important information to help you get started.  

Not Sure Which Program is Right for You?

Interested in a Rowan program, but not sure which is the right fit?  Wondering how your credits will transfer?  Connect with Marren Magee, our advisor for new and undecided students.  You can schedule through RSN, or email globalundergraduateadvising@rowan.edu

Complete Your New Student Checklist

Your admissions portal outlines the required onboarding materials, including:

Set up your Rowan University accounts (Rowan NetID)

  • Follow these steps to activate your Rowan NetID
  • Once your accounts are active, please start checking your Rowan University email on a daily basis

PLEASE NOTE: It can take up to 48 hours AFTER you confirm your enrollment to be able to set up and access your accounts

Also, check out the MyRowan portal - it's a great way to access all of your Rowan platforms in one place. This video tutorial shows you how to customize your dashboard with your most-used accounts. 

Review your Financial Aid (if applicable)

 RowanCard Photo Submission

  • Follow the instructions in the Rowan Card Website for uploading your photo.  
  • Your RowanCard will be printed and mailed to your address on file 

Complete the Rowan University Orientation and review important information

  • Orientation is mandartory for all for all students and will help you get to know Rowan University policies, systems, and resources.  You can access the Online Orientation directly from your New Student Checklist in the applicant portal.

Complete Wellness Center Requirements 

  • Steps to complete health forms can be found in the New Student Checklist in the Application Portal. 
  • Please direct all questions to the Rowan University Wellness Center at 856-256-4333 or email wellnesscenter@rowan.edu 

Connect With Your Advisor

Your Academic Advisor is available to help you onboard to Rowan, will work with you to plan your coursework, and is a resource for academic success.  We recommend that you meet at least once per semester.  You can find your Advisor and their contact information in the OASIS Directory. To get an idea of what to expect in an academic advising appointment, watch this video.

Learn Your Degree Requirements

Transfer students are encouraged to review their accepted transfer credits in Self-Service Banner.  

  • Go to Self-Service Banner and log in using your Rowan Net ID
  • Select Student
  • Click Student Record, followed by Academic Transcript
    • Any posted transfer credit will appear at the top of your transcript

DegreeWorks is Rowan University's system used by students and advisors to review degree requirements and remaining coursework. 

  • You can access DegreeWorks from Self-Service Banner
  • On the Students tab, select Student Records, then DegreeWorks (Responsive)
  • For more information about DegreeWorks, please view these training videos.

Register for Classes

Once you have reviewed your degree requirements and spoken with your Advisor, you'll be ready to register for the upcoming semester.  Don't delay!  Rowan University classes fill quickly and students are always encouraged to register well in advance of the semester. 

You can view registration instructions, dates, and more on our Registration page.

Find Support on RowanCONNECT

As a Rowan undergraduate student, you have access to RowanCONNECT - a virtual space designed to help you thrive while completing your degree. In RowanCONNECT, you can connect with other students in your major and stay informed about things related to your specific group. Ask a question or join a conversation in the discussion board section. You can also browse upcoming events and connect with your advisor. You can access RowanCONNECT by logging into Canvas through myRowan.
 

Additional Important Items and FAQs

Academic Calendar

The general university campus calendar outlines holidays and breaks when the university is closed along with traditional academic semester dates: https://www.rowan.edu/about/campus_calendars.html.

Glassboro, Camden and Partner College Campuses

All courses that meet in Glassboro, Camden and our Partner College Campuses (RCBC, RCSJ) follow the university campus calendar for holidays and breaks.

Online, Hybrid, & Accelerated Courses/Programs

Online, Hybrid, and/or accelerated courses and programs may follow follow different calendars. As per standard Rowan Global policy, online courses are not subject to holiday, weather-related, or other delays or closings; therefore, assignment and testing deadlines are not affected by delays or closings. For information on course schedules visit https://global.rowan.edu/courses/schedule.html
Canvas and the Rowan Online Immersion

Rowan Online Immersion (called ROI) is a free training tutorial provided in the Rowan Canvas learning management system. It is designed to prepare students taking online or hybrid courses for the first-time at Rowan University. Students who have taken online courses at other institutions are encouraged to take ROI so that they become familiar with Rowan's online learning and technology. The course takes approximately 1 hour to complete and can be completed at the student's own pace.

Inclement Weather Policy

Information on weather-related or other emergency closing policy and information can be found on the Public Safety website.

Glassboro and Camden Courses

All Rowan courses that meet on Rowan's Main or Camden campus follow Rowan University's official inclement weather closing policy.

Off-site Courses

Rowan courses taught off-site follow the delay-and-closing procedures of the location where the class is being held. (For example, a course that meets at Rowan College of Burlington County will follow Rowan College of Burlington County's delay-and-closing procedures. If Rowan College at Burlington County is open, then Rowan Global students taking a course at that location should expect that their class will be held regardless of whether or not Rowan's Main or Camden campuses are open.) Site-specific delay-and-closing procedures and information can usually be found on the host location's website.

Note: Keep in mind, even if the off-site location is open, instructors may still choose to delay/cancel/reschedule a class meeting, so check your Rowan email.

Tuition, Billing and Payments

Tuition, billing and payments at Rowan University are handled by the Office of the Bursar.

Tuition rates:  https://sites.rowan.edu/bursar/tuitionfees/ 

Students are notified by email when their bill is available to view.  Bills are typically due 6-8 weeks prior to the start date of the semester

Instructions for Paying Your Bill

  • Go to Self-Service Banner
  • Log in using your Rowan Network ID and password.
  • Under the "Bursar" tab, select "ePay Center" to be directed to the secure payment site.

For more information, including the Deferred Tuition Payment Plan, please view Payment Methods and Plans

Register with University Resources (if applicable)

The Office of Accessibility Services provides accommodations and assistance to students with various documented disabilities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.  If you previously received accommodations at previous institutions, you may receive accommodations through Rowan University.  To register with the Office of Accessibility Services, please use the Accessible Information Management system (AIM).

Contact:  successcenter@rowan.edu | (856) 256-4259

 

The Military Services Office at Rowan University provides assistance to veterans and dependents of veterans with their education benefits. The Veterans Affairs Office also provides programming and resources for the campus community. 

If you are a current military service member, veteran, or dependent who receives tuition benefits, you must complete the paperwork required for processing your benefits with Rowan University for each upcoming semester.

Contact:  militaryserviceoffice@rowan.edu | 856.256.4233

Should I attend an in-person Orientation?

Students will be prompted to register for and particpate in the appropriate Orientation for their program. This information will be provided in the new student portal and checklist. 

3+1 students are not required to attend an in-person orientation, but are required to attend a virtual onboarding session and complete an online orientation.   Please check with your advisor if you are uncertain about the orientation requirement.

Preferred Name Policy

The Rowan University Preferred Name Policy enables members of the campus community, including students, faculty and staff, to use and be known by a preferred name in the classroom and conducting general business at the university.  Rowan University will make good faith efforts to display preferred names to the University community where feasible and appropriate, and to update the reports, documents and systems designated to use preferred names.

Students who wish to use a preferred name may submit an online request form at go.rowan.edu/PreferredNameChange