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Montclair State University

Type 4 year, Public
Campus locale Suburb: Large
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Large
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 4,800
Student to faculty ratio 17 to 1
Acceptance rate 91%
Students retention rate 79%
On-time graduation rate 67%

Located in Montclair, New Jersey, Montclair State is a public, institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 91% indicates that Montclair State is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Montclair State University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

Montclair State boasts an impressive student retention rate of 79% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 81% and 72%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

90.6%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$13,298

Cost of attendance at Montclair State University in 2022 for students from New Jersey.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $14,503
National average $8,573

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$21,418

Cost of attendance at Montclair State University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year , public colleges in the state as well as nationally.

New Jersey's average $25,443
National average $18,862

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 65 of freshman students at Montclair State University received on average $10,846 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$10,846
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 1,495 48% $5,345 $7,991,011
Other Federal Grant 1,495 48% $5,607 $8,382,247
State Grant/Scholarships 1,366 44% $6,012 $8,212,654
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 1,134 36% $4,696 $5,324,756
Total Grant & Scholarships 2,021 65% $10,846 $21,919,657

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Montclair State University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Montclair State University students is 67.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 69.7%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 63.2%.

67.3%

  • asian 68.7% 123 students
  • African American 56.8% 222 students
  • white 72.8% 916 students
  • unknown 69.9% 197 students
  • hawaiian 75.0% 6 students
  • hispanic 62.1% 537 students
  • International Students 71.0% 22 students
  • Mixed Race 74.4% 61 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football New Jersey Athletic Conference
  • Baseball New Jersey Athletic Conference
  • Basketball New Jersey Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country New Jersey Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Montclair State University provides the following additional services to its students
  • On-campus day care for students' children
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Montclair State University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic
  • Occupational

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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