Montclair State University
Montclair State University is a public research university in Montclair, New Jersey, with about 18,376 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 87.89% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $61,415 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $15,912
- 2024 Average Net Price: $15,566 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 87.89% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 18,376 93.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 64.66%
- Average SAT Score: 1070
Montclair State University: what the data shows
Common questions about Montclair State University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Montclair State University?
Montclair State University is located in Montclair, NJ (ZIP 07043-1624).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Montclair State University public or private?
Montclair State University is a Public institution.
How much does Montclair State University cost?
Published tuition: $15,912 in-state, $26,022 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $15,566.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $10,880 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,532 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,388 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,058 |
| $110,001+ | $25,573 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $63,648.
How hard is it to get into Montclair State University?
Admission rate: 87.89%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1070.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Montclair State University?
Total enrollment: 18,376 students.
About 94% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Montclair State University?
150%-time completion rate: 64.66%.
First-year retention: 77.9%.
What do graduates of Montclair State University earn?
Median earnings: $47,944 six years after entry; $61,415 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $22,000.
46.99% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Montclair State University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (5,597 completions)
- CIP 520201 (755 completions)
- General Psychology (482 completions)
- CIP 190701 (170 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (163 completions)
- CIP 310505 (159 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, Other (159 completions)
- Educational Administration & Support (156 completions)
- General Biological Sciences (155 completions)
- CIP 520301 (154 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Montclair State University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 87.89%; completion rate 64.66%; median earnings $61,415 at 10 years; net price $15,566. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$15,912
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Montclair State University was $15,912.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$15,566
2024 Value
In 2024 Montclair State University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $15,566.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$62,264 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$15,566 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$63,648 4-Year In-State Tuition
$104,088 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Montclair State University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
46.99% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
40.51% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Montclair State University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Montclair State University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $11,318 | $20,196 | $19,960 |
| 2014 | $11,540 | $20,254 | $21,685 |
| 2015 | $11,773 | $20,320 | $22,377 |
| 2016 | $12,116 | $20,007 | $21,727 |
| 2017 | $12,455 | $20,567 | $18,500 |
| 2018 | $12,790 | $20,578 | $19,949 |
| 2019 | $13,073 | $21,033 | $18,034 |
| 2020 | $13,073 | $21,033 | $17,381 |
| 2021 | $13,298 | $21,418 | $13,705 |
| 2022 | $13,762 | $22,472 | $15,677 |
| 2023 | $14,766 | $24,126 | $14,159 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
87.89% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1070
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
93.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Montclair State University in 2024 is 18,376 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.9%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
46.08% 100% Completion Time
64.66% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 46.08% of students graduating from Montclair State University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Montclair State University.
Return on Investment
$22,000 Median Student Debt
$61,415 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.82% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
886.36% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Montclair State University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 52.0201: 755 completions
General Psychology: 482 completions
CIP 19.0701: 170 completions
Agricultural Business and Management: 163 completions
CIP 31.0505: 159 completions
Business Administration and Management, Other: 159 completions
Educational Administration & Support: 156 completions
General Biological Sciences: 155 completions
CIP 52.0301: 154 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 5,597 completions
Most popular programs at Montclair State University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Montclair State University graduates.
About
Montclair State University is a public institution located in Montclair, NJ, offering 115 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 18,376 students. The admission rate is 87.89%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1070. The institution maintains a 64.66% graduation rate. Approximately 46.99% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Montclair, NJ 07043-1624
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 115 distinct degree programs, Montclair State University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Montclair State University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $15,912 and average net price is $15,566 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Montclair State University?
The admission rate is 87.9% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Montclair State University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Montclair State University reports midpoint SAT about 1070.
What do graduates of Montclair State University earn?
Median earnings are $47,944 six years after entry and $61,415 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Montclair State University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 64.7% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Montclair State University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $22,000.
How big is Montclair State University?
Total enrollment is about 18,376 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Montclair State University public or private?
Montclair State University is a public institution located in Montclair, NJ.
Is Montclair State University an HBCU?
No. Montclair State University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Montclair State University a tribal college?
No. Montclair State University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Montclair State University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
By the common federal eligibility proxy used here (≥25% Hispanic enrollment in College Scorecard), yes—Montclair State University reports 40.6% Hispanic enrollment share.
Is Montclair State University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Montclair State University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.