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Biochemistry

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
Accredited by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, this program is designed to prepare students for a career in biochemistry or graduate studies, and provides a foundation for success in health, medical and dental programs.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Bioinformatics

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This is a multidisciplinary program that uses computational and statistical tools to answer large biological questions. Students will learn underlying biological concepts and theory and interpretation of extremely large datasets.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Biological Science

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program provides students a broad background in biology, preparing students for work in research, teaching, laboratories, professional schools, and graduate programs.
Online
First-year
Transfer

Biological Science (BA)

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2026: Fall Module B
Apply by Oct 13, 2026
Spring 2027: Spring Module A
Apply by Jan 5, 2027
This program provides students a broad background in biology, preparing students for work in teaching, professional schools, and graduate programs.
Cost per credit: $609
Time to completion: 36-48 months
Credit Hours: 120
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Biophysics

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 16, 2026
Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program prepares students for medical school, graduate school in biophysics, and careers in the biomedical industry.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Brewing Science Certificate of Undergraduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program is ideal for undergraduate students and working professionals looking to master the technical and industrial aspects of beer production to qualify for employment or advancement in the brewing industry.
On-Campus
Graduate

Cannabinoid Chemistry Certificate of Graduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
This program will prepare students for the analysis of marijuana, cannabinoids, and will prove useful for careers in health, food science, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology.
On-Campus
Graduate

Cartography and GIS Post-Baccalaureate Certification

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
This program is designed to accommodate working professionals in planning, public health, engineering, and business to gain expertise in Cartography & Geographic Information Systems (G.I.S.).
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Chemistry

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 16, 2026
Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This American Chemical Society-approved program emphasizes hands-on research, modern instrumentation, and rigorous training in analytical, inorganic, organic, physical, and biochemistry. It prepares students for industrial careers, medicine, or graduate studies.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Community and Environmental Planning

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 16, 2026
Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program prepares students for positions in local, state, and federal agencies, private companies, planning departments, engineering firms, and graduate education, with a special focus on sustainable community design and land conservation.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Environmental and Sustainability Studies

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program offers an internship program which provides real-world experience dealing with ESS issues. Graduates work in state and local government; local and state park systems and water utilities.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Environmental Science

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program is designed for careers in environmental consulting, management, science writing, or science education, and provides the flexibility to pursue a second major in Education, Communications, Environmental & Sustainability Studies, and Geology.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Geographical Information Science (GIS)

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
A professional degree program that prepares students for careers in research laboratories, local, state, and federal agencies, planning departments, and engineering firms.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Geography

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This is a flexible program focused on human and physical geography, spatial analysis, and geographic information systems (GIS).
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Geology (BS)

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
The program is designed to prepare students to immediately enter positions in the geoscience workforce in consulting firms or government agencies; pursue professional studies; or undertake graduate studies in geoscience disciplines.
On-Campus
Graduate

Geospatial Science and Methods Certificate of Graduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
This program is specifically targeted toward students with previous undergraduate experience in engineering, public health, and business who do not yet have a background in geospatial methods.
On-Campus
Graduate

Industrial Chemistry Certificate of Graduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
This program is intended for students with a background in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, or Chemical Engineering who wish to understand chemical industry procedures used in pharmaceutical drug development.
On-Campus
Graduate

M.S. in Complex Biological Systems

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program emphasizes the scales of societal problems (from molecules to ecological systems) and the connections between these scales. Students will be immersed in diverse cutting-edge research and educational experiences.
On-Campus
Graduate

M.S. in Material Science and Engineering

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program provides hands-on training through advanced coursework and thesis research. Abundant job opportunities exist in government, industry, and academia, with the focus on materials, defense, pharmaceuticals, and energy production.
On-Campus
Graduate

M.S. in Medical Laboratory Science

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program provides advanced scientific, analytical, and administrative training, preparing graduates for leadership careers in Medical Laboratory Science and a variety of clinical settings.
On-Campus
Graduate

M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program provides students with a foundation in chemistry and its applications in pharmaceutical research and development. Students will graduate prepared for a career in pharmaceutical or biomedical research.
On-Campus
Graduate

M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
Recognized as the terminal degree for this profession, this program focuses practices in southern New Jersey and highlights the global significance related to climate change, environmental degradation, sustainability, resiliency, and diversity.
On-Campus
Transfer
First-year

Mathematics (BS)

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program prepares students for graduate work in mathematics, engineering, the physical sciences, statistics, computer science, and other areas requiring extensive mathematical training.
On-Campus
Graduate

Medical Laboratory Science Certificate of Graduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
Students who complete this certificate will be well equipped for entry level positions in the Medical Laboratory workforce.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Molecular and Cellular Biology

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This comprehensive program allows students to carry out molecular and biomedical research, preparing them for careers in highly competitive health professions programs such as medical school, dental school, and pharmacy school.
On-Campus
First-year

Neuroscience

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
Students will learn the subdisciplines of neurobiology, neuropsychology, and theoretical and computational neuroscience. The program includes a major clinic-based research component where students present a summary of their research to their peers.
On-Campus
Graduate

Ph.D. in Complex Biological Systems

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program is use-oriented, problem-focused, and emphasizes the scales of societal problems (from molecules to ecological systems) and the connections between these scales.
On-Campus
Graduate

Ph.D. in Geology

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
This program is designed to prepare students for successful careers in scientific education and research and develop the skills, expertise, and commitment necessary to become leaders in the scientific research community.
On-Campus
Graduate

Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Jul 1, 2027
This program includes research experiences and provides students with the skills necessary to succeed in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Physics

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
Students complete dedicated research methods coursework and hands-on research projects with faculty mentors, which develops analytical skills needed for any career direction.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Subject Matter Education (K-12) - Biological Science (combined BA/MA STEM, 5-year program)

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
This program is an accelerated, 5-year combined BA/BS and MA in STEM Education, allowing aspiring science teachers to earn an undergraduate biology degree and a master’s degree, leading directly to New Jersey K-12 Biology teacher certification.
On-Campus
Graduate

Sustainability Studies Certificate of Graduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
This program gives STEM students an understanding of implementing comprehensive sustainability and non-STEM students an environment and sustainability skill set.
On-Campus
First-year
Transfer

Translational Biomedical Sciences

Upcoming Terms

Fall 2027: Fall Entry Term
Apply by Mar 1, 2027
Students are immersed in cutting-edge research within faculty laboratories while learning the underlying molecular concepts that drive cellular and organismal systems.
On-Campus
Graduate

Urban and Regional Planning Certificate of Graduate Study

Upcoming Terms

Spring 2027: Spring Entry Term
Apply by Nov 1, 2026
Summer 2027: Summer Entry Term
Apply by Apr 1, 2027
This program introduces students to theory and practice, achieving an in-depth understanding of environmental and community planning practices, major regulatory frameworks operating in NJ and nationally.

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Career Outlook and Salary

If you’re someone who loves asking “why” and finding real answers, science and mathematics offer career opportunities with endless directions. From labs and research to data-driven industries, this area of study helps you build skills that translate across many careers.

At Rowan, I always felt that people knew me and wanted me to succeed. You are not just a number here. Professors know your name. Classes are small enough that professors notice when you need support, and many will actively work with you to make sure you have it.

Bennet K.

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