Experiential Education
Experiential Education
Explore. Learn. Build Your Future.
Experiential learning gives students opportunities to apply what they learn at Rowan University in real-world settings. Internships, research, project-based learning, field experiences, community engagement, and even campus jobs can help build skills, explore career interests, and connect academic learning to future goals.
How a Chemistry Degree Helped Me Find My Career Path and Prepare for Life After Graduation
Rowan chemistry major Layahna explored career possibilities through research, hands-on lab work, campus leadership, work-study and study abroad, helping her build skills and find direction for her future.
Explore Opportunities
Experiential learning takes many forms across Rowan, including:
Internships
Gain professional experience related to an area of interest or field of study while developing skills and professional connections.
Research
Work with faculty and research teams to explore questions, conduct research and contribute to projects within a field of study.
Project-Based Learning
Apply knowledge and skills to projects, challenges and real-world problems through coursework and other academic experiences.
Field & Clinical Experiences
Build practical skills and professional knowledge through experiences connected to an academic program or career field.
Community Engagement
Apply academic learning through service, partnerships and projects that connect students with community organizations and local needs.
Global Experiences
Expand academic and cultural perspectives through study abroad, international programs and other experiences in global settings.
SGA Research Magazine
Research is one way Rowan students can put classroom learning into practice. The Student Government Association (SGA) Research Magazine highlights undergraduate research from across the university, showcasing the questions students are exploring and the work they’re contributing to their fields.
Find Your Path by College
College of the Arts
- Explore area of interest: https://www.rowan.edu/arts/academics.html
College of Education
- Office of Clinical Experiences: https://education.rowan.edu/departments-and-offices/oep/oce/
College of Engineering
- Research: https://engineering.rowan.edu/research/
- Clinics: https://engineering.rowan.edu/academics/clinics_new.html
- Co-op Program: https://engineering.rowan.edu/programs/electricalcomputer/undergraduate/co-op.html
- Experiential Engineering Education Department (ExEEd), which designs and teaches the first two years of the Rowan Engineering Clinic, preparing students for internships and real world engineering: https://engineering.rowan.edu/programs/exeed/
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Experiential Education, offering opportunities to apply your learning through hands on experience and reflection: https://chss.rowan.edu/centers/cps/resources_for_students/experiential_learning/
College of Science & Mathematics (CSM)
- Research Directory: https://csm.rowan.edu/research/research-directory.html
- Internships: https://csm.rowan.edu/departments/cs/students/intern_jobs/
Ric Edelman College of Communication, Humanities, & Social Sciences
Experiential Learning Resources: https://www.rowan.edu/ric-edelman-college/centers/cps/resources_for_students/experiential_learning/
Rita & Larry Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions
- Opportunities across disciplines: https://www.rowan.edu/health_medicine/health_professions.html
- Health & Exercise Science: https://sites.rowan.edu/snhp/departments/hes/
- Nursing: https://sites.rowan.edu/snhp/departments/nursing/
- Office of Health Professions: https://sites.rowan.edu/academic-affairs/office-of-pre-health/
Rohrer College of Business
- Internships: https://business.rowan.edu/experience-rohrer/internships.html
- Experiential Education (ExED), including project based learning that brings real world projects into the classroom: https://business.rowan.edu/centers_of_excellence1/cel/
- Center for Professional Development: https://business.rowan.edu/centers_of_excellence1/rcpd/
- Research Day: https://business.rowan.edu/research-day/
School of Professional Studies
Internships: https://sps.rowan.edu/internships/
University College
- Internships: https://go.rowan.edu/internships
More Ways to Gain Experience
Education Abroad
Immerse yourself in a world outside your own. Rowan students travel abroad for global learning that is academically challenging, culturally transformative, and professionally relevant to your future.
https://admissions.rowan.edu/student-experience/study-abroad.html
Federal Work Study Program (FWS)
Rowan participates in the Department of Education's Federal Work Study Program, providing on and off campus jobs for students with financial need who indicate interest on their FAFSA.
https://sites.rowan.edu/financial-aid/paying-for-college/work-study/
Human Resources: Student Employment
Rowan offers several part time work programs that help students earn money for educational expenses while building skills for after graduation. More than 1,700 students participate each year.
https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/recruitment_and_staffing/student_payments.html
Institutional Work Study Program (IWS)
For students who do not meet eligibility for the federal program. Jobs range from general office work to pre professional opportunities. Positions are listed on ProfsJobs, and students must be enrolled full time.
https://rowan-csm.symplicity.com/students/jobboard/9ddec875d1b38bef740c87e882fe30a4
Peer Referral and Orientation Staff (PROS)
A diverse group of students who help their peers transition to Rowan, serving as orientation leaders and peer mentors while connecting students to campus resources.
Volunteerism & Community Engagement (VCE)
Provides programming and support to promote a Rowan community of active citizens, working with faculty and community partners to design service learning opportunities.
Getting Started
Experiential learning opportunities are available across Rowan through academic programs, faculty, campus offices, and community and employer partnerships.
Start by exploring opportunities related to an area of interest and talking with a career counselor.
Career Services can help explore career options, prepare application materials, build professional connections and communicate the skills gained through experience