Rowan Online: 21st century learning redefined

Opening doors for first-time students and those advancing in their careers, Rowan delivers more access to quality programs and options for success.

For years, Rowan University’s presence and reputation have been growing far beyond New Jersey’s borders. Now, Rowan Online is poised to reach across the nation and help fulfill the University’s goal of providing more access to high-quality public higher education. By 2035, the institution anticipates serving as many as 35,000 students, helping individuals advance and strengthening communities and professions, while driving innovation and broader economic opportunity.

Workforce advancement options

Today’s college students often prefer the flexibility of online learning, especially those fresh out of high school and those already in the workforce. Spring 2025 enrollment data show roughly 58% of Rowan’s student population—11,628 students—took at least one online course and about 1,700 were in 100% online programs.

“Rowan Online is listening to students and industry experts, giving them the courses and programs they want, delivered how they want,” said Rowan Online CEO Michael Roark. “There’s an attraction for current undergraduates, but there’s also a big appeal to alumni seeking a graduate degree or working people who might not have gone to college but want to.”

In fact, people in health care and construction trades increasingly find their best options with Rowan Online, which provides flexibility for learners and employers. Through its partnership with Virtua Health in nursing education, Rowan Online has developed an array of degree and career advancement certificate programs that will address the severe nursing shortage New Jersey faces in
the next decade.

Already, an industry-transforming arrangement with construction trade unions is giving workers academic credits for apprenticeships and preparing them to complete bachelor’s degrees in construction management.

“We’re offering about 20 really strong programs that we know students want and employers need,” said Roark. “Our goal is to increase access to high-demand programs, nationally and internationally.”

A vast online resource

As Rowan refines and strengthens online offerings, courses will be created to meet the demand specifically for online learners. More than ever, the University is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging and innovative online learning experiences. Through Rowan Online, learners of all ages can depend on Rowan University for education how, when and where they want it.

Redesigned and growing options, with courses and certificate programs, online and hybrid

• Business Administration, MBA
• Cybersecurity, M.S.
• Computer Systems Technology, B.A.
• Construction Management, B.A.
• Educational Leadership, Ed.D.
• Educational Technology, M.A.
• Engineering Management, M.E.M.
• Law & Justice, B.A.
• Liberal Studies, B.A.
• Nursing, B.S. (R.N. to B.S.N.)
• Nursing, M.S.N.
• Psychology, B.A.
• Respiratory Therapy, B.S. (DA)
• School Administration, M.A.
• Special Education & Inclusive Practices, M.A.
• Teacher Leadership, M.Ed.
• Wellness & Lifestyle Management, M.A.

Being developed, more to come

• Business Administration, B.S. (fall 2025)
• Data Analytics, B.S. (fall 2025)
• Healthcare Management, B.S. (fall 2025)

For more information: rowan.edu/online