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Montclair State University
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  • MONTCLAIR, NJ

Montclair State University

    Report Card

    grade B
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B
    2. Value
      grade B+
    3. Diversity
      grade A
    4. Campus
      grade B+
    5. Athletics
      grade B minus
    6. Party Scene
      grade B
    7. Professors
      grade B
    8. Location
      grade A
    9. Dorms
      grade B
    10. Campus Food
      grade B
    11. Student Life
      grade B+
    12. Safety
      grade B

    About

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    MONTCLAIR, NJ 07043
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    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    New Jersey Athletic Conference

    From Montclair State University

    We know you’re a goal-setter, a dreamer and a thinker. And, you’re definitely a doer. At Montclair State University, you’ll find everything you need to rise to the level of your ambitions—and beyond.

    Through our 300+ innovative programs across 12 colleges and schools, we empower students to rise above their own expectations and enter the world as leaders, educators and change makers. Just 12 miles from New York City, you'll tap into incredible opportunities that prepare you to achieve your most ambitious dreams. As a nationally ranked doctoral research university with an intimate student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1, Montclair State University will prepare you for the world like no other institution can.

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    83%
    SAT Range
    990-1180
    ACT Range
    No data available  
    Application Fee
    $65
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
    Yes

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    Cost

    Net Price
    $15,061 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $10,570 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    82%

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    Academics

    Professors
    grade B
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    16:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
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    Majors

    University Announces New Colleges and School

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    The College of Education and Human Services will be divided into two new colleges: the College for Education and Engaged Learning and the College for Community Health to prepare future education and community health professionals. The University will also launch the School of Computing within the College of Science and Mathematics which will foster academic leadership and computing research.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    0
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    0
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      73%
    • On Campus
      3%
    • Online
      24%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    14,543 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    1,831
    Undergrads Over 25
    10%
    Pell Grant
    47%
    Varsity Athletes
    3%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $49,600 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    68%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%

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