3+1 Program
RCSJ’s 3+1 program lets students complete three years at RCSJ and seamlessly transfer to Rowan University for the final year, earning a bachelor’s degree efficiently, affordably, and with personalized support.
The 3+1 Program provides students with the option of earning a bachelor’s degree for less than $35,000. Students complete three years at RCSJ paying RCSJ tuition and fees and one year at Rowan University to secure a four-year degree. With 11 majors participating, the program broadens access to affordable, career-aligned baccalaureate pathways.
Benefits
- Savings on tuition and fees – earning the bachelor’s degree at a reduced price
- Rowan University course curriculum taught by RCSJ advanced-degree faculty
- Seamless transfer to Rowan University
- Future internship opportunities to enhance work experience and career potential
3+1 Programs
Arts and Sciences: Communication Option
Arts and Sciences: Radio, Television & Film
Business Administration
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Criminal Justice: Emergency Management
Cybersecurity
Nursing (NURS)
Psychology
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Watch how the 3+1 program at Rowan College of South Jersey helps students earn a bachelor’s degree affordably—completing three years at RCSJ and seamlessly transferring to Rowan University for the final year.
Have Questions?
Students who graduate with an RCSJ associate degree in one of the eligible programs of study may be eligible for the 3+1 Program. Credits earned (from RCSJ and/or outside institutions) can affect eligibility. Only RCSJ graduates are eligible to register for the 3+1 courses (junior year). To determine eligibility, RCSJ students who are ready to graduate must apply online.
Eligible majors can be found above. Please note, not all majors are offered on both campuses.
RCSJ students who are ready to graduate can enroll in the 3+1 Program. If eligible, students are notified via student email of their eligibility status and instructed to schedule an appointment for 3+1 enrollment and advisement.
Freshmen or students not yet ready to graduate should continue to meet with their RCSJ advisor. The semester students are ready to graduate is when students can apply and enroll.
Students must earn their associate degree from RCSJ. Graduates from other colleges are currently ineligible to enroll in the 3+1 Program.
Students who are ready to graduate can submit the 3+1 Enrollment Application. Fall/Winter graduates can complete the 3+1 Enrollment Application starting in October. Spring/Summer graduates can complete the 3+1 Enrollment Application starting in February/March.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify. Students are required to complete the FAFSA and include the RCSJ school code (006901). Students can also apply for NJ state aid through HESAA. The application process is on the Financial Aid page. Financial aid questions should be directed to [email protected]| 856-415-2210.
The 300-level courses (e.g. BUS 300, PSY 305, COM 310, CRJ 308, etc.) are reserved for 3+1 students only. Students will not be able to register for these courses until they are enrolled in the 3+1 Program.
While earning the associate degree and during the junior year, students should meet with their assigned RCSJ advisor. Visit the Advisors page to view contact information for RCSJ advisors.
The senior year will be advised by Rowan University advisors. Instructions for advisement will be provided once 3+1 students are accepted to Rowan University for the senior year.
Students must meet with an advisor at least once per semester to ensure all degree requirements are met.
Yes, eligible students can enroll for Fall or Spring entry. However, some majors may be a Fall only entry program.
No. Once students complete their junior year at RCSJ, they will have a seamless transfer to Rowan University to complete their bachelor’s degree. 3+1 students do not need to complete a transfer application. A transfer application will be completed for 3+1 students the semester prior to transferring to Rowan University. Once students transfer, they are Rowan University students.
The 3+1 courses are guaranteed to transfer to Rowan University only. If students transfer to a school other than Rowan University, it is the student’s responsibility to determine if those courses transfer to other colleges or universities.
Yes. RCSJ graduates can still enroll in the 3+1 Program if they have taken time off after graduation. However, if students attended other schools during that time, this may affect eligibility. Students should complete the 3+1 Enrollment Application and indicate all previously attended institutions. Official transcripts must be sent to RCSJ to earn transfer credits, if applicable.
Contact
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