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Rowan University vs Kean University: which has better ROI?

Public, Glassboro NJ · vs · Public, Union NJ

The verdict

Kean University has the better ROI: it clears its 4-year net cost of $49,788 in 5.6 years versus 7.7 years at Rowan University, on median earnings of $57,237 vs $59,988 ten years out. (Scorecard, 2026 · our math.)

Head to head
MeasureRowan UniversityKean University
Net price / yr$22,408$12,447
Total net cost$89,632$49,788
Median earnings, 10 yrs$59,988$57,237
Median debt$20,500$23,250
Payback7.7 yrs5.6 yrs
20-year net return$142,928$127,752

College Scorecard (2026), institution-level · payback and returns are our math. Figures blend all majors.