Overview
Student Population
| 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 |
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Located in Montclair, New Jersey, Montclair State University is a large four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 12,729 prospective students applied, and 9,713 were granted admission. Of those admitted 3,101 enrolled in the school. 16,547 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,568 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2019/2020, excluding room and board, is $12,082 plus fees of $991. Montclair State University is ranked 539 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Montclair State University is rated within the top 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Montclair State University within the 2021 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#539 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#167 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Colleges in New Jersey
#9 in Best Public Colleges in New Jersey
#530 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#14 in Best Value Colleges in New Jersey
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1180 |
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 31, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
Annual Cost to Attend
New Jersey Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $991 |
| Room and Board | $15,675 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,120 |
| Total One Year Cost | $32,108 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 |
| Other Fees | $991 |
| Room and Board | $15,675 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,120 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,068 |
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.