Rowan University vs Montclair State University

Rowan University is a public research university in Glassboro, New Jersey, with a medical campus in Stratford and medical and academic campuses in Camden.

Montclair State University (MSU) is a public research university in Montclair, New Jersey, with parts of the campus extending into Little Falls. 

Rowan provides housing for over 6,500 students in 13 University owned housing complexes and 5 affiliated housing units.Students have a choice between halls, apartments, or townhouses. The Chamberlain Student Center is the main location for dining on campus. Dining options include the Owl's Nest restaurant, Peet's Coffee, Grill Nation, Jersey Mike's Subs, Freshens, Sono, Crust, Chef Jet, Smoked, Breakfast & Co., Bowl Life, Pop Up, and the Marketplace convenience store. The Student Center is also home to the Student Government Association, Conference and Event Services, the Greek Affairs Office, Student Activities, the Mailroom, and the Information Desk. There are more than 100 clubs and organizations at Rowan University; along with more than 30 Greek organizations on campus. Rowan University has 18 sports teams (8 men's and 10 women's).The football, field hockey, and track & field teams compete at John Page Memorial Field at Coach Richard Wackar Stadium. 

The Division of Student Development and Campus Life is composed of dedicated professional staff and departments that touch every aspect of the student experience, supporting student progress from admission to graduation. They are passionately committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive campus community for all students. University encourages students to participate in the full breadth of vibrant student life experiences that are provided on campus through events, clubs, organizations, self-exploration and holistic wellness. The university works tirelessly to provide the students with a safe and secure environment for living, learning and personal growth. Montclair State University is home to 22 residence halls and is capable of housing 5,200 individuals. The University also offers residential Living Learning Communities. Participants of Living Learning Communities have opportunities to live together with other students who are taking similar courses or have a common college-based major. Chartwells, Montclair State’s dining services provider, focuses on providing excellent nutrition through quality ingredients – specializing in locally sourced, in-season foods. The Center for Student Involvement (CSI) has a variety of fun events and programs available for current students! From on campus organization fairs, to weekend movies, off campus trips to broadway and your favorite game of bingo, there is something for everyone! University has a beautiful Student Recreation Center open to all current students available all year round at no extra fee. You can either work out or enjoy open basketball, volleyball, soccer, racquetball, ping pong or swim.

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