Prospective Students
Prospective Students
Explore Graduate Business at Rowan
Use this page to explore the Rohrer College of Business (RCB) Graduate Business portfolio, connect with the Graduate Program Team, and identify the next steps to take before applying.
RCB offers graduate degrees, certificates, and accelerated pathways for students and professionals with different academic backgrounds, interests, and professional goals. Explore the options below, then use the maintained program and Admissions resources for the details that apply to you.
Explore Graduate Business Programs and Pathways
RCB offers graduate business options for different levels of specialization, professional interests, academic backgrounds, and stages of study. Start with the overview below, then compare the full portfolio for current program structure, delivery options, curriculum, and planning information.Master of Business Administration
Choose the 36-credit or 30-credit MBA option. Both include the same 18-credit MBA Core and at least one Concentration, with different room for breadth and specialization.
STEM Master of Business Administration
Explore a separate 36-credit MBA designed for sustained quantitative, analytical, and technology-enabled business study. The STEM MBA requires at least 18 credits of STEM-designated coursework.
Master of Science in Finance
Develop advanced capabilities in financial analysis, investments, financial modeling, risk management, and related areas through a focused graduate curriculum.
Master of Science in Organizational Leadership
Build advanced knowledge in leadership, organizational development, communication, and the management of people and change.
Graduate Certificate Programs
Explore Certificates of Graduate Study (COGS) and Certificates of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) for focused graduate study in specific areas of business. Graduate certificates may stand alone or support later graduate study, subject to the admission and curriculum requirements of the selected degree.
Accelerated Pathways
RCB offers Bachelor’s-to-Master’s Accelerated Dual Degree (ADD/4+1) options and graduate or professional shared-credit pathways for eligible students.
Compare Rowan MBA Programs and Options
Rowan’s MBA portfolio includes the 36-credit MBA option, the 30-credit MBA option, and the separate 36-credit STEM MBA.
The 36-credit and 30-credit MBA options share the same 18-credit MBA Core and require at least one Concentration. The 36-credit option provides additional room for breadth and specialization, while the 30-credit option offers a focused structure. The STEM MBA combines broad business study with sustained STEM-designated coursework.
Choose based on what you want to build into the degree, not simply how many credits it requires.
Connect With RCB Before You Apply
Attend a Graduate Business Information Session
Graduate Business Information Sessions help prospective students compare RCB programs, understand admissions and Foundation requirements, explore academic planning, and ask questions before applying.
Questions About Graduate Business Programs?
For program options, Foundation requirements, application questions, or pre-admission guidance, contact the team that supports your intended program.
- Campus-based or hybrid programs: gradadmissions@rowan.edu
- Online programs: online@global.rowan.edu
- International applicants to campus-based or hybrid programs: international@rowan.edu
Prepare Your Graduate Business Application
Once you have identified the Graduate Business program or pathway you want to pursue, use the RCB Admissions resources to review your next steps and enter the correct Rowan application process.
Application requirements, available entry terms, deadlines, and application routes vary by program and applicant type. Use the maintained Admissions and program resources for current information rather than relying on a general deadline listed on this page.
Find Guidance for Your Circumstances
Some prospective students should use additional guidance alongside the general Graduate Business program and Admissions resources.International Students
International students who need Rowan sponsorship for F-1 status should review the Graduate Business programs that support F-1 study and the additional application and planning guidance that applies to them.
Military-Affiliated Students
Veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, ROTC students, and military family members can review RCB guidance and connections to Rowan military resources.
Already Admitted?
If you have received an admission decision, continue with the Newly Admitted Students page for offer-response steps, Rowan account access, academic support, registration preparation, and connections to the Graduate Business Student Handbook.
