Rowan College at Gloucester County
Rowan College at Gloucester County (RCGC) is located in Sewell, New Jersey and was originally known as Gloucester County College. RCGC was established back in 1966 and is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. RCGC offers more than 70 different associate’s degree programs and certificate options. It should be noted that RCGC is a popular transfer school. Students will have many transfer options when they are looking to transfer their earned credits to four-year universities. It is a school that offers a convenient educational experience to all students.
The RCGC nursing program is very well respected. Students will be able to pursue the associate’s degree nursing program and there is also an LPN-to-RN track program. The nursing program combines general education courses with nursing courses to prepare students for life as professional nurses. This nursing program is approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Students will be able to thrive in this student-centered environment and will be fully prepared for the NCLEX licensure exam upon graduation.
Institution Overview
| Campus LocaleLarge Suburb |
| Number of Students7,158 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio28:1 |
| Is Admission OpenYes |
| Religious Affiliation - |
| Level2-year |
| TypePublic |
| On Campus Housing- |
| Retention Rate62% |
Nursing Programs
Nursing Programs Graduates (2017-2018 academic year)
| Number of Graduates | ||
|---|---|---|
| Degree type | Men | Women |
| Associate's degree | 5 | 19 |
Compare Schools
Nursing schools located within 39 miles radius of Rowan College at Gloucester County
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Camden County College
4 miles away |
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Community College of Philadelphia
13 miles away |
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Rowan College at Burlington County
18 miles away |
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Delaware County Community College
19 miles away |
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Salem Community College
19 miles away |
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Cumberland County College
24 miles away |
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Montgomery County Community College
28 miles away |
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Atlantic Cape Community College
32 miles away |
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Bucks County Community College
33 miles away |
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Brandywine School of Nursing
39 miles away |
Accreditations
Institutional Accreditations
|
Middle States Commission on Higher Education 01/01/1973 - Current |
Nursing Programs Accreditations
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Nursing (ADNUR) - Associate degree programs ACEN 12/01/1972 - Current |
Admission
100%
Acceptance RateApplication fee
| Undergrads | $20 |
| Graduates | -- |
Cost to Attend
The following table details the reported cost of attendance per credit hour for the 2017-2018 academic year.
| Undergrad courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | $146/credit | |
| In State Students | $174/credit | |
| Out of State Students | $304/credit | |
| Graduate courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| In District Students | - | |
| In State Students | - | |
| Out of State Students | - | |
Tuition Estimates
Based on the above credit hour costs, here is a sample tuition for different nursing programs.
| Program | Credit Hours | In district | In State | Out of State |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LPN | 45 | $6,570 | $7,830 | $13,680 |
| ADN | 70 | $10,220 | $12,180 | $21,280 |
| BSN | 125 | $18,250 | $21,750 | $38,000 |
If you attend a private, for-profit school, usually the additional cost (besides tuition) is about 10% of the tuition. If you attend a public school or a not-for-profit private school, the additional cost is around 50% of the tuition.
Financial Aid
In 2017-2018 academic year, 68% of Rowan College at Gloucester County's students received financial aid. Below is the breakdown of the financial aid provided to students.
| Students Receiving Aid | Average Amount/Student | |
|---|---|---|
| Pell Grant | 41% | $4,480 |
| Other Federal Grant | 2% | $935 |
| State Grant & Scholarships | 18% | $1,964 |
| Institutional Grant & Scholarships | 3% | $3,533 |
| Federal Student Loans | 35% | $5,702 |
| Private Loans | 3% | $9,432 |
$7,141
Average Net PriceAverage Net Price by Family Income
| Less than $30,000$7,591 |
| $30,001 to $48,000$6,746 |
| $48,001 to $75,000$9,194 |
| $75,001 to $110,000$11,334 |
| Over $110,000$11,792 |
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Student Population
7,158
Undergrads
0
Graduates
3,931
Women
3,227
Men
55%
Full-time
45%
Par-time
Ethnic Diversity
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White |
67% |
|
Black/African American |
12% |
|
Hispanic |
7% |
|
Race/ethnicity unknown |
7% |
|
Two or more races |
4% |
|
Asian |
3% |
|
Non-resident alien |
1% |
|
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander |
0% |
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Data source: https://nces.ed.gov (2017-2018 colleges survey) and New Jersey state board of nursing.
