Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus

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School Highlights

Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus serves 6,369 students (53% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 56%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,369 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,505
  • Out-state tuition: $7,805
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 31%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Overview

The teacher population of 462 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus
(NJ) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
462 staff
439 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus has declined by 8% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 has decreased from 15:1 over five years.
The Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus diversity score of 0.50 is less than the state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has declined by 21% over five years.
Total Enrollment
6,369 students
4,639 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
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# Full-Time Students
3,358 students
1,960 students
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# Part-Time Students
3,011 students
2,679 students
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This chart display the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus.
This chart display community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of NJ.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
524 students
545 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,358 students
1,960 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
32 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
3,011 students
2,504 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
15 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% Asian
3%
6%
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% Hispanic
8%
24%
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% Black
9%
13%
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% White
69%
44%
This chart display the percentage of White students in Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus and the percentage of White community college students in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Two or more races
3%
2%
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% Non Resident races
1%
3%
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% Unknown races
7%
8%
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This chart display the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in NJ.
Diversity Score
0.50
0.72
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
34%
29%
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.42%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$37,800
$36,100
This chart display average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of NJ by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $4,505 is less than the state average of $5,652. The in-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $7,805 is more than the state average of $7,575. The out-state tuition has declined by 16% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,505
$5,652
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,805
$7,575
This chart display tuition fees for an out-of-state student of Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus and the public community college average tuition fees for an out-of-state student of NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
75%
77%
This chart display the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,737
$11,000
This chart display median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
This chart display median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in NJ by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
69%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

School Notes

  • At RCGC your success can come from time spent in the classroom and lab, as well as from involvement in athletics, clubs, cultural and service programs. Student life on the RCGC campus is multi-dimensional. You'll have every opportunity to become involved and inspired. Eventually, success means getting a rewarding job or transferring your RCGCcredits to a four-year institution to earn a baccalaureate degree. Our faculty is committed, first and foremost, to helping you learn. Many possess advanced degrees and have gained respect and recognition in their fields. Their greatest reward, however, comes from the accomplishments of their students. At RCGC, we are focused on your success. The Student Services' Department extends learning and development beyond the classroom. The department strives to assist students with meeting their education goals in a friendly and positive environment. We have a variety of student services that that support your academic, personal and professional endeavors. Rowan College at Gloucester County offers a full schedule of educational, cultural, recreational, and athletic events for students, alumni, parents, and our community friends and neighbors. Rowan College atGloucester County is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus cost?
Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus's tuition is approximately $4,505 for In-State students and $7,805 for Out-State students.
What sports does Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus offer?
Rowan College of South Jersey Gloucester Campus offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 6,369 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,505
  • Out-state tuition: $7,805
  • Student:teacher ratio: 14:1
  • Minority enrollment: 31%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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Did You Know?

For New Jersey public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $5,652 per year for in-state students and $7,575 for out-of-state students. For private community colleges, the average yearly tuition is approximately $16,268 per year. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

New Jersey community colleges have a diversity score of 0.72, which is higher than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in New Jersey is Eastern International College-Jersey City. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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