Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Montclair, New Jersey |
| Online | montclair.edu |
| School Type | Public 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
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
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Montclair State University is rated within the lower 49% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Montclair State University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#615 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#200 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#10 in Best Public Colleges in New Jersey
#29 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1225 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $65 |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Jersey Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $1,056 |
| Room and Board | $16,822 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,028 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $1,056 |
| Room and Board | $16,822 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,200 |
| Total One Year Cost | $44,388 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Work and Family Studies | 17% |
| Business | 16% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 12% |
| Psychology | 9% |
| Biology | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=185590 IPEDS survey data for Montclair State University.
Current students may use the Montclair State University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025