Frequently Asked Questions

Only students who:   

• Commute from a parent or guardian’s house within 40 miles of the campus  

• Are married or in a legal domestic partnership  

• Are above the age of 21 at the beginning of the respective academic term  

• Have lived on campus for at least 4 semesters  

• Have completed 58 or more credit hours at Rowan or another accredited college or university  

• Are enrolled in at least 50% of online courses  
  

Are permitted to live in off-campus housing. For more information regarding who can participate in off-campus housing rentals, refer to Rowan University’s Mandatory Housing Policy.   

Short answer: no; the term “room and board” directly refers to on-campus housing and meal plans that the university provides.   

Long answer: some financial aid packages still account for off-campus rental expenses, which may serve as “room and board” for students outside campus.

No, this type of housing does not necessarily count for a tax credit; however, if you finance your college education through student loans, you may be able to claim a small tax benefit for your housing costs.  

Essentially, all you need to do to participate in off-campus living is find the accommodation that best suits you through either landlords or rental agencies, search for a few roommates, sign a lease, and stay on track of rental payments. The rest is up to you! You basically have complete control over your guest policies, lifestyle choices, and living arrangements. Better yet, Rowan University Rentals makes the whole rental process a breeze with all the information you might need right at your fingertips!

The top three benefits of living outside campus are

1. the privacy you gain,
2. the lower costs,
3. and the greater sense of independence!

Check out this benefits-of-off-campus blog for a more detailed look at the pros of off-campus living.