Short answer: no; the term “room and board” directly refers to on-campus housing and meal plans that the university provides.   

Long answer: some financial aid packages still account for off-campus rental expenses, which may serve as “room and board” for students outside campus.

Essentially, all you need to do to participate in off-campus living is find the accommodation that best suits you through either landlords or rental agencies, search for a few roommates, sign a lease, and stay on track of rental payments. The rest is up to you! You basically have complete control over your guest policies, lifestyle choices, and living arrangements. Better yet, Rowan University Rentals makes the whole rental process a breeze with all the information you might need right at your fingertips!

The top three benefits of living outside campus are

1. the privacy you gain,
2. the lower costs,
3. and the greater sense of independence!