Head-to-Head Analysis
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Updated January 2026 • Glassboro, NJ & Burlington, VT
When students choose between Rowan University and University of Vermont, they're comparing two public universities with different access missions but similar outcomes. Rowan, based in Glassboro, New Jersey, serves a more economically diverse student body with 31% receiving Pell grants.
UVM in Burlington, Vermont, enrolls just 13% Pell recipients but maintains a more selective profile. The data reveals both institutions deliver comparable career preparation despite serving different populations.
Median Student Debt at Graduation
$20,500
federal loans
$20,951
federal loans
Median Parent PLUS Loans
$27,445
borrowed by parents
$48,000
borrowed by parents
Rowan is predominantly business-focused, with 20% of graduates earning degrees in business fields and an additional 8% in engineering. The largest programs include Psychology (400 graduates annually), Business Administration (367), and Biology (272).
UVM has a more balanced program mix: 10% Social Sciences, 10% Business, and 8% Engineering. UVM's top programs include Natural Resources Conservation (239 graduates), Business Administration (202), and Psychology (125).
These different program concentrations help explain the comparable but distinct career trajectories.
For students prioritizing institutional effectiveness and value, Rowan delivers comparable outcomes while serving a more economically diverse population at lower total family cost. UVM offers a more selective environment with higher graduation rates, making it the better choice for students who can manage the additional debt burden and value the Vermont campus experience.
The data points to Rowan as the stronger financial value, especially for families concerned about total borrowing. However, the right choice depends on your academic interests, tolerance for debt, and preference for student body composition.
Both schools prepare graduates for similar career trajectories in their respective regional markets.
Key Takeaway
The numbers are close, but the best school depends on your goals, values, and career aspirations.
This comparison was generated using Azimuth's proprietary ROI framework, developed by founder Daniel Rogers. Our methodology transforms federal education data into actionable insights for families.
This comparison uses Azimuth's proprietary ROI model based on U.S. Dept. of Education data. View Full Methodology.
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