Division of Student Life Residential Learning & University Housing

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1 Division of Student Life Residential Learning & University Housing Housing Options

2 The On Campus Experience Rowan University features eight residence halls and five apartment communities nestled among the trees of a 200 acre campus in historic Glassboro, New Jersey. University residences provide easy access to campus resources, recreational facilities and social opportunities. Students who live on campus benefit from facilities and resources that support students success during their first year and throughout their four year experience. Research and experience tells us that students who live on campus... Develop a greater sense of belonging. Find it easier to form friendships. Participate more in student organizations. Develop stronger connections to faculty. Increase their awareness of diversity. Are more likely to complete a degree in 4 yrs. Earn higher GPAs.

3 Typical Residence Hall Rooms Triple Room Double Room Image represents one configuration. Not all rooms are configured as shown. Housing Options Freshmen are housed in one of eight traditional residence halls on campus. Each residence hall features suites of triple, double and single occupancy rooms. Each suite shares a common bathroom. All residence halls are co-ed with single gender suites. In addition, every residence hall has a common lounge, and most halls provide additional recreational spaces. Upperclassmen, transfer and graduate students are assigned to either residence hall or apartment spaces. Spaces may be single or double occupancy. Bathrooms are usually shared by two to six students. All apartment buildings are co-ed with single gender apartments. All spaces are fully furnished with an extra-long twin bed, dresser, desk and closet or wardrobe space for each student. In triples, 3 students share 1 closet or wardrobe. Most rooms are carpeted. Non-carpeted rooms may be requested on a space available basis. Air-conditioning is standard in all apartments except Triad (first floor only). Residence halls are not air-conditioned. Internet as well as local phone and basic cable services are included in all housing options. Staff A staff of trained and dedicated Resident Assistants, Resident Directors and Residential Learning Coordinators live and work in each residence hall and apartment complex. The staff are there to help residents live successfully in the university environment and promote the development of a safe, supportive and inclusive community.

4 Application Process All new students are encouraged to apply for housing as soon as possible upon acceptance to the University. All housing applications are completed online: rowan.edu/selfservice Click on Access Banner Services and log in. Then click on MyHousing, and then Apply Online and select the Freshman Application or Transfer Application as appropriate. Co-Curricular Programs & Learning Communities First-year students quickly discover that their residence is more than just a place to study and sleep. A wide array of cocurricular programs a provided on campus to extend learning beyond the classroom as well as provide social, cultural and recreational activities. Freshman residence halls are also home to living-learning and themed housing communities that promote student academic success and persistence to graduation that link to students to their major or to other students with common interests. Availability of On-Campus Housing The university requires freshmen and sophomores to live oncampus unless they apply and qualify for an exemption. Housing for juniors and seniors, including transfer students, is assigned on a space available basis, and is not guaranteed. MicroFridge Rental Information Rowan University works with CSI: Campus Specialties, Inc. as our exclusive provider of convenient MicroFridge options for students living in university residence halls. Please note that due to limitations of the electrical systems in our residence halls, appliances other than the MicroFridge are PROHIBITED in the freshmen residence halls. Costs 1 Year Lease $ Purchase $ Contact CSI to Order Phone: Web: What to Bring Alarm clock TV with digital tuner Desk-top study lamp Blankets, pillows & sheets for extra-long twin bed Ear plugs Headphones Towels & washcloths Personal toiletries Power strips with built-in circuit breakers for electronics Laundry items Emergency kit (band-aids, bottled water, flashlight, radio, batteries, etc.) Check with your roommates about items you may share! What NOT to Bring Amplified instruments Appliances other than MicroFridge (grills, toasters, mini fridge, microwave, coffee maker, etc.) Candles, lanterns or other fire hazards Extension cords (without an internal circuit breaker) Nails, double stick tape, tacks etc. which may result in damage to walls Firearms, knives, or other weapons Paintball, air, or BB guns Fireworks Halogen or multi head lamps (due to fire hazard) Cooking appliances with an exposed heating element Alcohol if living in a dry space Illegal drugs or paraphernalia Pets of any kind except fish in 10 gallon or smaller aquariums Air conditioning units

5 Housing & Meal Plan Rates Room Rates Per Semester* First-Year Student Residences Residence Hall Double - Meal Plan Required $3,603 Sophomore, Junior and Senior Residences Residence Hall Single - Meal Plan Required $4,214 Triad- Non Air Conditioned $3,661 Edgewood Park & Triad - Air Conditioned $3,771 Townhouse Complex $4,840 Rowan Boulevard Complex $4,864 The Whitney Center $4,911 * Rates are accurate as of the date of printing. Rates are subject to annual approval by the Board of Trustees, and are subject to change Meal Plans Per Semester** All-Access Meal Plan & $100 dining dollars + $100 Boro Bucks $2, Meals Per Week & $100 dining dollars + $200 Boro Bucks $1, Meals Per Week & $100 dining dollars + $200 Boro Bucks $1,750 7 Meals Per Week & $100 dining dollars + $200 Boro Bucks $1, Meals Per Semester & $75 dining dollars + $100 Boro Bucks $ Meals Per Semester & $75 dining dollars + $100 Boro Bucks $370 **Meal plan descriptions and rates are subject to change consistent with University policy and vendor contract agreements. Students can use their RowanCard to enjoy the convenience of purchasing power all over campus and around town without cash. The RowanCard provides a one card solution for identification, meal plans, and access to the student s Boro Bucks account.

6 Welcome Admissions Tours begin at at Savitz Hall (#12) For 24-hour Public Safety assistance, call Parking for visitors is available in Lot H, near the welcome gate across from Savitz Hall. Residential Learning & University Housing Campus parking Visitors: Lot H Commuters: Lots A, C, D, M-1, R, X and Y. Residents: Lots at Triad, Edgewood Park, Chestnut Hall, B, J, Townhouse Garage (townhouse residents only), Rowan Boulevard Garage (Rowan Boulevard and Whitney residents only). Employees: Lots A-1, B-1, E, G, H, M, P, S, T, U, W and Z-1. Apartments Upperclassmen 3. Triad 17. Edgewood Park 23. Rowan Boulevard 24. International House 28. Whitney Center 43. Townhouse Complex Residence Halls Freshmen 16. Mimosa Hall 18. Willow Hall 19. Magnolia Hall 20. Chestnut Hall 29. Mullica Hall 30. Evergreen Hall 35. Oak Hall 36. Laurel Hall Academic Buildings 2. Rowan Hall 4. R.O.T.C. 5. Wilson Hall 6. James Hall 7. Esbjornson (Esby) Gym 8. Recreation Center 9. Robinson Hall 10. Westby Hall 11. Science Hall 13. Campbell Library 38. Memorial Hall 40. Bunce Hall 41. Bozorth Hall 42. Hawthorn Hall 45.Enterprise Center Administrative & Support Buildings 1. John Green Team House 12. Savitz Hall (Admissions) 14. Chamberlain Student Center 15. Winans Hall (Wellness Center) 21. Hering Heating Plant 22. Cassady Facilities Building 25. Shpeen Hall 26. Barnes & Noble Bookstore 27. Marriott Courtyard Hotel 31. Hollybush Mansion 32. Carriage House 33. Bole Hall Annex (Public Safety) 34. Bole Hall (Administration) 37. Linden Hall 39. Sangree Greenhouse 44. Girard House Welcome Gate Visitor Parking Student Health Center Contact Us with questions or to request further information about Rowan University residences. Residential Learning & University Housing Savitz Hall 201 Mullica Hill Rd. Glassboro, NJ Phone: Web: housingquestions@rowan.edu