Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus

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School Highlights

Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus serves 7,803 students (40% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is lower than the state community college average of 19:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 65%.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Enrollment: 7,803 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,505
  • Out-state tuition: $7,805
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 43%
  • 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
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
462 staff
439 staff
This chart displays total faculty of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and community college average number of faculty in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Student Body

The student population of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus has grown by 12% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus diversity score of 0.65 is less than the state average of 0.77. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
7,803 students
1,067 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
19:1
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# Full-Time Students
3,112 students
699 students
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# Part-Time Students
4,691 students
1,319 students
This chart displays the total number of Part-time students enrollment of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and average number of community college Part-time students enrollment of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of New Jersey.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
780 students
327 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
3,112 students
699 students
This chart displays the total number of Full-time undergraduate students enrollment of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and average number of community college Full-time undergraduate  students enrollment of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
50 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,213 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
6 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
20 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
n/a
n/a
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% Asian
3%
8%
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% Hispanic
9%
26%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
12%
15%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and the percentage of Black community college students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
57%
35%
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% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
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% Two or more races
4%
3%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Non Resident races
1%
2%
This chart displays the percentage of Non Resident students in Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and the percentage of Non Resident community college students in New Jersey by year, with the latest 2020-21 school year data.
% Unknown races
15%
10%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in New Jersey.
Diversity Score
0.65
0.77
This chart displays the diversity score of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and the community college average diversity score of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3168%
0.3963%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of New Jersey by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
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 displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Rowan College of South Jersey-Gloucester Campus and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of New Jersey 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 $5,470. 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 grown by 44% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$4,505
$5,470
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$7,805
$7,575
This chart displays 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 New Jersey by year, with the latest 2023-24 school year data.
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
92%
87%
This chart displays 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 New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$11,737
$11,000
This chart displays 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 New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$5,500
This chart displays 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 New Jersey by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
n/a
76%

Sports

Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling
Source: 2024 (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 (2025)

  • Enrollment: 7,803 students
  • In-state tuition: $4,505
  • Out-state tuition: $7,805
  • Student:teacher ratio: 17:1
  • Minority enrollment: 43%
  • 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 $5,470 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.

The average community college acceptance rate in New Jersey is 74%. Read more about national community college acceptance rates.

New Jersey community colleges have a diversity score of 0.77, which is higher than the national average of 0.00. The most diverse community college in New Jersey is Warren County Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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