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Montclair State University

Montclair, New Jersey

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Overview

Enrollment

21,784
Montclair State University overview
Location Montclair, New Jersey
Online montclair.edu
School Type Public 4 Year
Setting Large Suburban
Montclair State University overview
Size Large
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Situated in suburban Montclair, New Jersey, approximately 14 miles west of New York City, Montclair State University spans a 252-acre campus across three municipalities in Essex County. Founded in 1908 as a normal school for teacher training, the institution has evolved into a public research university offering undergraduate and graduate programs across 10 colleges and schools. The university maintains strong academic programs in education, business, performing arts, and communication and media, with the School of Communication and Media housing state-of-the-art broadcast facilities. The campus features a mix of historic buildings, including the Spanish Mission-style College Hall, and modern facilities such as the Center for Environmental and Life Sciences, while student residences accommodate approximately 5,200 students in campus housing. The Red Hawks compete in NCAA Division III athletics, with notable programs in women's field hockey and men's soccer.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

4/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

7/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

Montclair State University is rated within the lower 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Easy
Montclair State University overview
SAT 950/1200
GPA 3.3

Applications Accepted

91.3% 
Montclair State University overview
Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Very Low
Application Fee $65

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Annual Cost to Attend

New Jersey Resident Tuition

$12,755
In State Costs for Montclair State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,240
Other Fees$1,007
Room and Board $16,170
Budget for Other Expenses$2,170
Total One Year Cost$33,342

Out of State Resident Tuition

$21,465
Out of State Costs for Montclair State University
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,240
Other Fees$1,007
Room and Board $16,170
Budget for Other Expenses$2,170
Total One Year Cost$42,052

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,100 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

62% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Montclair State University students
Subject Percent of Class
Work and Family Studies 17%
Business 16%
Visual and Performing Arts 12%
Psychology 9%
Biology 7%

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Last updated February 24, 2024