Cost of Attendance

The total cost of attendance for Rowan-Virtua SOM includes direct expenses which are billed expenses like tuition and required fees, as well as general estimates for indirect expenses, such as books, loan fees, transportation, room and board, and personal expenses. The cost of your education varies each year, dependent upon your academic level, as well as state of residence. Information regarding in-state residency qualifications for Rowan-Virtua SOM is available here.

If you are enrolled at least half-time (5 credits) in Translational Biomedical Engineering and Sciences (TBES) programs, you are also eligible to receive financial aid. Financial assistance for TBES is calculated differently, because the cost of attendance for TBES programs is credit-based. Find out more about TBES financial aid requirements here.

There are many options to ensure that your academic goals at Rowan-Virtua SOM and GSBS are within your financial reach. Take a few minutes to explore the choices!

Rowan-Virtua SOM Cost of Attendance

2024-2025 Academic Year

TUITION

ADDITIONAL COSTS

*added to COA upon confirmation of securing insurance through Rowan University

**based upon eligible loan amount

ESTIMATED LIVING EXPENSES

Cost of Attendance Appeals

In some cases, a student's actual annual expenses exceed the estimated expenses included in the cost of attendance. In situations like this, a student may request a Cost of Attendance Appeal. Please review the Cost of Attendance Increase Policy, complete a COA Appeal Budget Worksheet, and schedule an appointment with a Financial Aid Counselor for more information.  

SOM Student Emergency Fund

The Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine Student Emergency Fund (SEF) was established  to support students who are in need of immediate, short-term financial assistance due to unexpected, acute emergency expenses during medical school. 

These funds are not designed to be used for routine expenses or as a consistent supplement to a student’s educational funding sources, including financial aid. Students who are experiencing long-term financial hardships due to their actual annual expenses exceeding the estimated expenses included in the cost of attendance should refer to the Cost of Attendance Appeal information above.

Any student who would like to apply for emergency funding can submit their request by clicking on the Application Form link in the SEF Policy and Application Process. Students should provide as many details regarding their circumstances and upload supporting documentation via the application.

Accessing Your Account

Current and incoming students - you can visit the Rowan University Bursar's website to access your tuition bills and inquire about payments, third-party agreements, past due accounts/collections, payment plans and refunds.