Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002617
- Phone: (732) 571-3400
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
76.31%FINANCIAL AID RATE
81%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
24FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$8,852Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Montclair State University
400 Cedar Ave, West Long Branch, NJ
Montclair State University, located in Montclair, New Jersey, was founded in 1908 and is New Jersey's second largest university with over 18,000 enrolled students per year. Originally known as New Jersey State Normal School at Montclair, the school has grown over the years, establishing student dormitories and expanding its educational offerings.
In 1958 the school merged with Panzer College of Physical Education and Hygiene, changing its name to Montclair State College, adopting its final name in 1994 when it became designated as a teaching university. The school has a 17 to 1 student to teacher ratio, and an average of 23 students per class, much lower than average for public institutions. MSU school is located 14 miles away from New York City, offering students a large urban center with many cultural and other assets that are accessible to interested students.
Academics
Montclair State University offers over 250 majors and minors, as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees. The school provides students with a high quality low cost education, and is considered one of the best public universities in the northeastern United States. The school does not utilize graduate students as teachers; ensuring undergraduates have access to knowledgeable and capable professors who pride themselves on providing students personal attention. Additionally, Montclair State University is the first public institution to provide master's degrees.
Programs offered include:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at Montclair State University must submit a completed application prior to the listed deadlines. All applications must include a letter of recommendation, SAT and/or ACT scores, all pertinent transcripts and a personal statement. Some programs may require an additional interview. After the application is submitted it will be reviewed by the admissions board and a final decision will be mailed to the applicant. A GPA of 3.1 and SAT score of 1500 or ACT score of 20 is generally required to be considered for admission. Admission into a graduate program requires a bachelor's degree to be considered.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and student employment. The school's financial aid office is in place to assist students with the application process and to answer any questions students may have. Student should complete the Free Application of Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) ro determine eligibility and awards.
Athletics
The Montclair State University Red Hawks are members of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III, and participate in the Skyline Conference. The school offers a number of intercollegiate athletic programs to foster a healthy sense of competition among students and athletes. Athletic programs assist in developing skills that may be useful in academics or a career, such as teamwork, discipline and good health.
Athletic programs at Montclair State University:
- Baseball (Men Only)
- Football (Men Only)
- Basketball
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving
- Indoor Track and Field
- Outdoor Track and Field
- Field Hockey (Women Only)
- Volleyball (Women Only)
- Softball (Women Only)
Clubs and Organizations
Clubs and organizations offer students a place to meet individuals with similar interests that may or may not lie outside the scope of the schools program offerings. Students gather through meetings and plan events, or offer support to one another, based on the goals outlined by the club or organization.
Montclair State University has a large number of such clubs and organizations, supporting them as outlined by the school charter and providing them with space to operate. Clubs and organizations provide a healthy way for students to socialize, using common interests to form bonds that may last past matriculation.
Some clubs and organizations at Montclair State University:
- Accounting Society
- Cosmetology Factory
- Arabic Student Club
- Gotta Be Green
- Filmmakers Club
- History Club
- Russian Club
- Service for Peace
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the candidates Montclair State University accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Montclair State University is around 21,000 students, with undergraduate students making up about 80% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $17,100. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $65 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- In-State Tuition: $12,000-$14,000
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $20,000-$24,050
- Charges for part-time students are:
- In-State: $400-$480 per unit
- Out-of-State: $670-$800 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 81% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 58% | $10,191 |
Receiving Student Loans | 61% | $7,564 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Montclair State University may provide services including:- Online course work available
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Dance Program
- Dietetics Program
- Music Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- Theatre Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Montclair State University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Field Hockey
- Football (New Jersey Athletic Conference)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Swimming
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Montclair State University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B, M)
- Biochemistry (B)
- Marine Biology (B, M)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B, C, M)
- Accounting (B, C, M)
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B, M)
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Technology (B, M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B, M)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Women's Studies (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Sustainability Studies (B, M)
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (C)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B, M)
- Statistics (M)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
- Makeup Artist (C)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Religious Studies (B)
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Economics (B)
- Geography (B)
- Anthropology (B)
- Social Science
Visual and Performing Arts
- Music (B, M)
- Fashion Design (B)
- Drama and Theatre Arts (B, M)
- Cinematography And Film (B)
- Dance (B, M)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Industrial Design (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts
Other 4-Year Public Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Montclair State University.
- William Paterson University of New Jersey in Cranford, NJ (7 miles away)
- Rutgers University - Newark in New Brunswick, NJ (7 miles away)
- Kean University in Dover, NJ (11 miles away)
- New Jersey City University in Jersey City, NJ (11 miles away)
- CUNY City College in Staten Island, NY (13 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Browse through our complete list of colleges in New Jersey
- See all public colleges in New Jersey
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002617
- Phone: (732) 571-3400
- School Homepage