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Ready to spread your wings and become a Red Hawk? Applying is easy! Just be sure to apply by the deadlines listed below to ensure your application is eligible for review.


Freshman applicants

Application type Deadline Notification date
Early Action November 15 December 15
Traditional Admission December 15 February 1
All others, received after December 15 March 1 Rolling after February 15


Transfer applicants:

Application type Deadline Notification date
Fall admission (September start) May 1 2-4 weeks after completion of application
Spring admission (January start) November 15 2-4 weeks after completion of application

*Due to the volume of applications received, our Fall 2013 Transfer application deadline has been extended from May 1st to July 1st.

 

Students seeking readmission to the University

Application type Deadline Notification date
Fall admission (September start) August 1 2-4 weeks after completion of application
Spring admission (January start) December 1 2-4 weeks after completion of application


Visiting students: Visiting students may submit an application up through the last day of the drop/add registration period. To ensure timely processing of the application, Visiting students should complete an application well in advance of this period.

Freshman Admissions

Who is a Freshman Applicant?

Most students enter Montclair State University as freshmen after graduating from high school. If you have not attended another accredited college or university, you should apply as a Freshman. (Note: This does not apply to high school students who have taken courses at a college or university as part of their high school coursework.)

Freshman Application Requirements

In order to be considered for Freshman admission to Montclair State University, you will need to submit:

  • A completed application. Apply Now
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
  • An official high school transcript (to be sent by your guidance counselor).
  • A letter of recommendation from your guidance counselor. (Additional letters of recommendation will be considered, but are not required)
  • Official SAT or ACT scores. (Students submitting ACT scores only must also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision) To send your scores directly to Montclair State University, make sure to enter the appropriate code in the designated area of the SAT or ACT form. Students submitting SAT scores should enter our CEEB code (002520). Students submitting ACT scores should enter our ACT school code (2572).
  • A Personal Statement: Please include a personal statement with your transcripts. Alternately, you may email the statement to us at msuadm@Mail.Montclair.edu or fax it to us at 973-655-7700. Be sure to include your full name and address on the statement. Explain your reasons for seeking admission to Montclair State University, including what you believe are your academic strengths and interests. Be certain to explain any situations that may have had an impact, either positively or negatively, on your academic record. List significant activities in which you have participated, both in school and out of school.

Additionally, if you are applying for any of the programs in the College of the Arts (such as Fine Arts, Music, Theatre, Dance, Communication Studies, or Broadcasting), you are required to complete an interview, audition, or portfolio review in order to be considered for admission into these programs. However, if you are applying for Fashion Studies or Art History, no interview, audition, or portfolio review is required.

You will receive information about scheduling an interview, audition, or portfolio review once your application for admission is complete. Please note that admission to Montclair State University does not guarantee acceptance into the program of your choice.

Please send all materials to:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043

Freshman Admission Standards

Montclair State University considers a number of factors during the admission process. These factors include the rigor of high school curriculum, the overall grade point average (GPA), standardized test scores, and additional factors that contribute to successful degree attainment. These standards are subject to change depending on the demand for programs and the number of students that can be accommodated.

In preparation for the academic rigor of Montclair State University, you should have followed a challenging high school curriculum. As a Freshman Applicant, you are required to have completed the following high school courses with satisfactory grades:

  • 4 units of English
  • 3 units of math (in the Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II sequence)
  • 2 units of the same foreign language
  • 2 units of lab sciences
  • 2 units of social sciences
  • 3 units of academic electives (which may include additional units of math, languages, sciences or social sciences.)

We review each application individually; however, when considering an applicant for Freshman Admission, certain minimum standards are followed. Strong candidates for admission generally meet the following criteria:

  • A GPA of 3.1 or greater in the required curriculum
  • A combined SAT score of 1500 (Math, Critical Reading, and Writing) or ACT composite score of 20

Early Action Freshman Admissions

Who is an Early Action Freshman Applicant?

An Early Action Freshman is a student with an exceptional academic record who wishes to receive a decision on his/her application by the December 15 Early Action notification date. Students applying Early Action must have a completed application and all supporting materials submitted to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions no later than the November 15 non-binding Early Action deadline.

Early Action Freshman Application Requirements

In order to be considered for Early Action Freshman admission to Montclair State University, you will need to submit:

  • A completed application. Apply Now
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
  • An official high school transcript (to be sent by your guidance counselor).
  • A letter of recommendation from your guidance counselor. (Additional letters of recommendation will be considered, but are not required)
  • Official SAT or ACT scores (Students submitting ACT scores only must also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision). To send your scores directly to Montclair State University, make sure to enter the appropriate code in the designated area of the SAT or ACT form. Students submitting SAT scores should enter our CEEB code (002520). Students submitting ACT scores should enter our ACT school code (2572).
  • A portfolio question written on one of the following topics:
  1. You are writing your autobiography. Send us page 42
  2. If you could travel back in time, which historical figure would you travel to see? What would you talk about?
  3. Develop the perfect college essay question... then answer it.
  4. Make a video in which you express why you want to become a Red Hawk. Post the video on Youtube and send us the link!

Answers may be mailed, faxed, or emailed to msuadm@mail.montclair.edu

Additionally, if you are applying for any of the programs in the College of the Arts (such as Fine Arts, Music, Theatre, Dance, Communication Studies, or Broadcasting), you are required to complete an interview, audition, or portfolio review in order to be considered for admission into these programs. However, if you are applying for Fashion Studies or Art History, no interview, audition, or portfolio review is required.

You will receive information about scheduling an interview, audition, or portfolio review once your application for admission is complete. Please note that admission to Montclair State University does not guarantee acceptance into the program of your choice.

Please send all materials to:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043

Freshman Admission Standards

Montclair State University considers a number of factors during the admission process. These factors include the rigor of high school curriculum, the overall grade point average (GPA), standardized test scores, and additional factors that contribute to successful degree attainment. These standards are subject to change depending on the demand for programs and the number of students that can be accommodated.

In preparation for the academic rigor of Montclair State University, you should have followed a challenging high school curriculum. As a Freshman Applicant, you are required to have completed the following high school courses with satisfactory grades:

  • 4 units of English
  • 3 units of math (in the Algebra, Geometry, Algebra II sequence)
  • 2 units of the same foreign language
  • 2 units of lab sciences
  • 2 units of social sciences
  • 3 units of academic electives (which may include additional units of math, languages, sciences or social sciences.)

Education Opportunity Fund (EOF) Admission

Who is an EOF Applicant?

The Education Opportunity Fund (EOF) program at Montclair State University extends an opportunity for admission to students who show potential for academic success, yet lack the educational and financial resources to gain admission to the University. Provided you meet the criteria, you can be an EOF student as a Freshman or a Transfer applicant, depending on your particular academic background.

EOF Application Requirements

As an EOF Freshman Applicant, you must apply for the Fall semester. EOF Transfer Students may apply for either the Fall or Spring semester.

In order to be considered for EOF admission to Montclair State University, you will need to submit:

EOF Freshmen:

  • A completed application. Please make sure that you choose EOF Freshman Application Type. Apply Now
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee or appropriate fee waiver.
  • An official high school transcript (to be sent by your guidance counselor).
  • A letter of recommendation from your guidance counselor. (Additional letters of recommendation will be considered, but are not required.)
  • Official SAT or ACT scores (Students submitting ACT scores only must also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision). To send your scores directly to Montclair State University, fill out our CEEB Code (002520) in the designated area of the SAT or ACT form. 
  • EOF Application Questionnaire.
  • Request your IRS tax transcript by completing and faxing the form from the IRS website (www.irs.gov) or by contacting the IRS at 800-908-9946.

EOF Transfer Students:

Follow the Transfer Application Requirements and have your current institution submit a “Transfer of Aid” form, establishing your eligibility for the program. Please note that in order to be an EOF Transfer Student at Montclair State University, you must be an EOF student at your current institution.

Transfer Admissions

Who is a Transfer Student?

A Transfer Student is anyone who has been enrolled in a regionally accredited college or university after graduating from high school. Even if you withdrew from the institution and received no credit, you should still complete the application for Transfer Admission.

Transfer Application Requirements

In order to be considered for Transfer admission to Montclair State University, you will need to submit:

  • A completed Transfer Student application. Apply Now
  • An official transcript from ALL regionally accredited colleges and/or universities previously attended. (Students with less than 30 completed college credits must submit a high school transcript with SAT and/or ACT scores. Students submitting ACT scores only must also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision)
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
  • A Personal Statement and listing of any courses in progress (to be submitted online in the application).

Additionally, if you are applying for any of the programs in the College of the Arts (such as Fine Arts, Music, Theatre, Dance, Communication Studies, or Broadcasting), you are required to complete an interview, audition, or portfolio review in order to be considered for admission into these programs. However, if you are applying for Fashion Studies or Art History, no interview, audition, or portfolio review is required.

Please note: BFA Musical Theatre & BFA Acting auditions are conducted for the Fall semester only.

Please send all materials to:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043

Transfer Admissions Standards

We review each application individually; however, when considering an applicant for Transfer Admission, certain minimum standards are followed.  Strong candidates for admission generally met the following criteria:

  • A sustained, rigorous academic curriculum with an overall "B" average
  • A demonstrated interest in intended major by displaying academic success in the courses taken

If you have attended more than one regionally accredited college or university, the cumulative GPA from all schools will be considered.

In addition to our general Transfer Admissions Standards, certain programs have their own specific standards for admission. These programs include:

College of Humanities & Social Sciences

  • Jurisprudence: completion of 24 college-level credits and 3.0 GPA

College of Science & Mathematics

  • Computer Science: 3.0 GPA
  • Science Informatics: 3.0 GPA

College of Education & Human Services

  • Nutrition and Food Science
    • Dietetics Concentration - 3.2 GPA
  • Family & Child Studies
    • Families, Children, and School Settings Concentration - 3.0 GPA (with Teacher Certification in Early Childhood Education - Preschool-Grade 3)
    • Families, Children, and School Settings Concentration - 3.0 GPA (with Teacher Certification in Elementary Education - Kindergarten-Grade 5)

School of Business

  • Business Administration (all concentrations) & Economics: 3.0 cumulative GPA AND the completion of at least 12 college level credits.

College of the Arts & School of Music

  • Broadcasting: 3.0 GPA & Interview
  • Communications: 3.0 GPA & Interview
  • Graphic Design: 3.0 GPA & Interview
  • All other College of the Arts & School of Music programs: Interview, audition, or portfolio review

NJ STARS II Transfer Admission

Who is an NJ STARS II Transfer Applicant?

Students eligible for admission to Montclair State University as an NJ STARS II Transfer Applicant are those who are already enrolled in the NJ STARS I Program at a New Jersey Community College. You are an NJ STARS II Transfer Applicant if you meet the eligibility requirements in accordance with the law. To learn more about NJ STARS I and II, visit www.njstars.net/

NJ STARS II Transfer Application Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to Montclair State University as an NJ STARS II Transfer Applicant, you must submit:

  • A completed NJ STARS II application. Apply Now
  • An official transcript from ALL colleges and/or universities previously attended.
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
  • A Personal Statement and listing of any courses in progress (to be submitted online in the application).


*Please be advised that students submitting NJ STARS II transfer applications must have a completed application on file, with all supporting documents received by May 1 for fall applicants and November 1 for spring applicants.

NJ STARS II Transfer Admission Standards

To be eligible for admission as an NJ STARS II Transfer Applicant, you must be eligible for NJ STARS II in accordance with the law.

In addition to our general Transfer Admissions Standards, certain programs have their own specific standards for admission. For a complete listing of programs with specific standards for admission, please see the Transfer Admission Standards.

Military/Veteran Admissions

Who is a Military/Veteran Applicant?

At Montclair State University a Military or Veteran student is anyone who is a United States veteran and/or retired military personnel, regardless of age, who was discharged with a condition other than dishonorable. All active (full-time) military personnel and current members of the National Guard or Reserve should also complete a Military/Veteran Student Application.

There are two types of Veteran/Military Applicants:

  • Military/Veteran Freshman
    Eligible veterans and military personnel who have not attended a regionally accredited college or university. (Regardless of ACE Credits)
  • Military/Veteran Transfer
    Eligible veterans and military personnel who have attended a regionally accredited college or university after graduating from high school, regardless of academic progress.

Military/Veteran Freshman Application Requirements

In order to be considered for Veteran/Military Freshman admission to Montclair State University, you will need to submit:

    • A completed application. Choose the "Vet/Military Freshman" type of application when applying online: Apply Now
    • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
    • An official high school transcript or GED scores (to be sent by your guidance counselor directly to Montclair State).
    • A personal statement describing your academic goals and indicating why you selected Montclair State.
    • Proof of veteran or military status. Active (full-time) military personnel and current members of the National Guard or Reserve, who are not veterans, must provide a copy of your military identification card. Veterans and retired military personnel must provide a copy of your DD 214 (Member 4 Copy) with a discharge character under conditions other than dishonorable. If the DD 214 is not available at the time of application, you may provide a copy of your discharge orders, a copy of your current orders, or other official paperwork indicating your ETS (estimated termination of service) date or EAS (end of active service) date. The DD 214 (Member 4 Copy) must be submitted prior to the end of your first semester of enrollment.
    • Official SAT or ACT scores* (Students submitting ACT scores only must also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision). To send your scores directly to Montclair State, fill out our CEEB Code (002520) in the designated area of the SAT or ACT form

* Any active-duty service members or current members of the National Guard or Reserve who are 23 years of age or older, or any veteran or retire service member, regardless of age, wht a dischage character other than dishonorable, may submit two letters of recommendation in lieu of SAT/ACT scores.

Additionally, if you are applying for any of the programs in the College of the Arts (such as Fine Arts, Music, Theatre, Dance, Communication Studies, or Broadcasting), you are required to complete an interview, audition, or portfolio review in order to be considered for admission into these programs. However, if you are applying for Fashion Studies or Art History, no interview, audition, or portfolio review is required.

Please send all Admissions materials to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043
ATTN: Betsy C. Montanez

Military/Veteran Freshman Admission Standards

As a Military/Veteran Student Applicant, your application will be considered based on a holistic review of the required credentials. Please be advised that Military/Veteran students who do not meet our typical standards for freshman admission may be asked to submit additional information such as letters of recommendation. Also, all veterans and military personnel are encouraged to submit an American Council on Education (ACE) transcript, if available.

As a courtesy to our military/veteran students, you will be permitted to defer your application to a future semester without penalty, should circumstances prevent you from attending during the semester to which you initially applied.

Although the University does have application deadlines, service members will be permitted to submit applications up to one week prior to the start of the semester in which they wish to enroll.

Military/Veteran Transfer Application Requirements

In order to be considered for Military/Veteran Transfer admission to Montclair State University, you will need to submit:

    • A completed application. Choose the "Vet/Military Transfer" type of application when applying online: Apply Now
    • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
    • Official college transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (to be sent by the institution directly to Montclair State) Note: If you have less than 24 completed college credits, you must submit your high school transcript with SAT or ACT scores* and/or GED scores.
    • A personal statement describing your academic goals and indicating why you selected Montclair State.
    • Proof of veteran or military status. Active (full-time) military personnel and current members of the National Guard or Reserve, who are not veterans, must provide a copy of your military identification card. Veterans and retired military personnel must provide a copy of your DD 214(Member 4 Copy) with a discharge character other than dishonorable. If the DD 214 (Membr 4 Copy) is not available at the time of application, you may provide a copy of your discharge orders, a copy of your current orders, or other official paperwork indicating your ETS (estimated termination of service) date or EAS (end of active service) date. The DD 214(Member 4 Copy) must be submitted prior to the end of your first semester of enrollment.
    • Standardized test scores (SAT or ACT), if available. (not required if you have completed 24 college level credits.)
    • Additional supporting documentation such as your resume, ACE transcript, awards, certificates, etc. (Encouraged, but not required)

* Any active-duty service members or current members of the National Guard or Reserve who are 23 years of age or older, or any veteran or retire service member, regardless of age, wht a dischage character other than dishonorable, may submit two letters of recommendation in lieu of SAT/ACT scores.

Additionally, if you are applying for any of the programs in the College of the Arts (such as Fine Arts, Music, Theatre, Dance, Communication Studies, or Broadcasting), you are required to complete an interview, audition, or portfolio review in order to be considered for admission into these programs. However, if you are applying for Fashion Studies or Art History, no interview, audition, or portfolio review is required.

Please send all Admissions materials to:
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043
ATTN: Betsy C. Montanez

Military/Veteran Transfer Admission Standards

As a Military/Veteran Student Applicant, your application will be considered based on a holistic review of the required credentials. Please be advised that Military/Veteran students who do not meet our typical standards for transfer admission may be asked to submit information such as letters of recommendation. Also, all veterans and military personnel are encouraged to submit an American Council on Education (ACE) transcript, if available.

As a courtesy to our Military/Veteran students, you will be permitted to defer your application to a future semester without penalty, should circumstances prevent you from attending during the semester in which you initially applied.

Although the University does have application deadlines, service members will be permitted to submit applications up to one week prior to the start of the semester in which they wish to enroll.

Visiting Student Admission

Who is a Visiting Student Applicant?

If you are an undergraduate student (i.e. you have not been awarded a bachelor’s degree) who is currently enrolled and in good academic standing at a regionally accredited college or university, you are eligible to enroll as a Visiting Student. Enrollment as an undergraduate Visiting Student is a temporary status that Montclair State University makes available to students who are matriculated at other institutions.

Visiting Student Application Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to Montclair State University as Visiting Student Applicant, you must submit:

  • A completed Visiting Student application. Apply Now

Important Information for Visiting Student Applicants:

The status of “Visiting Student” is limited to a maximum of two semesters, excluding summer sessions. After two semesters as a Visiting Student, you must file an application for admission to a degree program and be accepted before further enrollment will be permitted. If you have been denied regular admission to Montclair State University, you are not eligible to be a Visiting Student during the semester for which you applied. The Visiting Student Information Form is valid for one semester only. A new form must be submitted each semester.

The Visiting Student application becomes available approximately 2 months prior to the start of a semester. Once processed, you will be eligible to register for open courses during the online registration periods. If you are intending to enroll in the Fall or Spring semester, you can register for classes approximately two weeks before the start of the semester. If you intend to register for classes during the summer, you will be able to register in April, after completing the application. As a Visiting Student during the summer, you will be charged a one-time, $25 processing fee for the entire Summer Session upon your initial registration for one or more courses. For more specific information regarding Summer Sessions please refer to, www.montclair.edu/sssp/visitingstudent/ .

Registration may be completed up to and including the first meeting of the course as long as the course is open. It is advised that you register early to decrease the possibility of being closed out of classes; however, the University cannot guarantee that your preferred schedule will be available

Registering For Classes:

If your application status is listed online as "QA" then your application has been processed. You may then register for classes two weeks prior to the start by logging in to student services.

Adult Student

Who is an Adult Student Applicant?

An Adult Student Applicant is someone who is at least 25 years old and who has never attended college or has not taken college-level courses in at least two years. An Adult Student Applicant is someone who is interested in working toward a Bachelor’s degree, either full or part-time.

Adult Student Application Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to Montclair State University as an Adult Student Applicant, you must:

  • Follow the requirements for either Freshman or Transfer Students (depending on your educational background) and submit all necessary documentation. Choose the "CAL Freshman" or "CAL Transfer" type of application when applying online: Apply Now
  • Submit a Personal Statement that demonstrates what you have learned through formal education and/or life experiences.
  • Submit two letters of recommendation from someone familiar with your previous academic work or from someone who can comment on your background, experience, capacity to succeed and motivation (i.e. an employer, co-worker, former professor, etc.).

Adult Student Admission Standards

As an Adult Student Applicant, your application will be considered based on a holistic review of the required credentials. In order for the Office of Undergraduate Admission to make an informed decision on your admissibility, you should submit the following credentials in support of your application:

  • Official transcripts (high school and/or college, depending on your level of study)
  • 2 letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Standardized test scores if available. (SAT or ACT: Students submitting ACT scores only must also take the optional writing portion or the scores will be deemed incomplete for the purpose of making a decision)
  • Additional supporting documentation such as your résumé, awards, certificates, etc.

Though we take all factors into consideration when reviewing an Adult Student application, the Personal Statement is a particularly integral part of the admission process. Your ability to describe your activities and intentions in a clear, concise and thoughtful manner will be evaluated during the application review process; therefore, full consideration and thought should be given to the Personal Statement. When crafting your Personal Statement, you should demonstrate what you have learned both from formal education and from life experiences. The Personal Statement provides you the opportunity to demonstrate the educational value of your experiences and how they should be evaluated against a college curriculum.

Readmit Applicant

Who is a Readmit Applicant?

Any student who fully matriculated to Montclair State University (i.e. anyone who was accepted and attended Montclair as a Freshman or Transfer Student, and not as a Visiting or Non-Degree Student) is considered a Readmit Applicant.

Readmit Application Requirements

In order to be considered for readmission, you will need to submit:

  • A completed application. Apply Now
  • Proof that any pending holds have been satisfied (see Guidelines for more information)
  • Readmission Essay (review Guidelines to determine if your situation requires the Essay)
  • College transcripts (review Guidelines to determine if you will need to submit new transcripts)

NOTE: Be sure to review the Guidelines and Additional Materials section to determine you are eligible for readmission and if additional materials are required for your application.

Guidelines and Additional Materials:

Eligibility for Readmission

  • Academic Furlough:
    Students placed on Academic Furlough are eligible to return after a one year absence. Students returning from Furlough must complete the Readmission Essay. Upon return, you must earn a term GPA of 2.0 your first semester (summer session enrollment will be considered a semester), and you must raise your semester and cumulative GPA to at least a 2.0 by the end of your second semester. If you do not meet all of these requirements, you will be placed on Academic Dismissal.
  • Academic Suspension:
    Students placed on Academic Suspension are eligible to apply for readmission after a one year absence. Students returning from Academic Suspension must complete the Readmission Essay. Readmission is not automatic. Upon your return you must earn a term GPA of a 2.0 your first semester (summer session enrollment will be considered a semester), and you must raise your semester and cumulative GPA to at least a 2.0 by the end of your second semester. If you do not meet all of these requirements, you will be placed on Academic Dismissal.
  • Academic Dismissal:
    In general, students who have been academically dismissed will not be reinstated to the University except in extreme circumstances. Any eligibility is determined by the policy in effect at the time of the dismissal. Students placed on dismissal for the Fall 06 semester or after are ineligible to apply for readmission and cannot enroll in courses at Montclair State University under any circumstances.
  • Change of Major:
    Students wishing to change their major may do so only if they have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.0 and the program for which they are applying does not have any special admissions requirements. Most programs in the College of the Arts require either a departmental interview, portfolio review, or an audition. Both Business Administration and Computer Science require a sequence of course work be completed.

Additional Materials & Information

  • Transfer credits:
    If you entered Montclair State University as a transfer student or you received transfer credits from another institution and more than 3 semesters have elapsed since leaving Montclair, you must submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended in order to complete your file.
    If you attended another college/university since leaving Montclair State University, please have an official transcript sent to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions.
  • Outstanding Debts/Obligations:
    Students who have outstanding bills or fines cannot be readmitted until the previous debts are paid. Students with any Wellness Holds on their records must have them cleared before readmission can be granted. If you have only been away from the University for a period of a few years, you should be able to check outstanding holds by logging into Web Enrollment Services for Students (WESS) at wfs.montclair.edu
    If you are unable to log into WESS and you believe you have a hold, please contact the appropriate department (i.e. Student Accounts for an outstanding balance, or the University Health Center for a Wellness Hold).
  • Readmission Essay:
    Students who left Montclair State University under Academic Suspension or Academic Furlough are required to submit the Readmission Essay. The topic of the Readmission Essay is as follows:
    If your academic record does not reflect how successful you would be at Montclair State University, please submit a typed essay that:
    • outlines the reason(s) for your past unsatisfactory academic progress at Montclair
    • discusses your activities since you left Montclair (i.e. educational, employment, volunteer services, etc.)
    • addresses your educational and career goals
    • states your plan of action to ensure your success at Montclair if you are granted readmission. The essay may be emailed directly to Julie Hile, Admissions Counselor, at hilej@mail.montclair.edu. Please be sure to note “Readmission Essay” in the subject line of your email and include your full name and CWID number (if available) in the body of the essay.

International Student Admission

Who is an International Student Applicant?

An International Student Applicant is someone who requires an F-1 student visa to enter the United States or is currently studying in the United States on an F-1 or J-1 visa. More information on obtaining a visa and additional services for international students can be found through our Global Education Center.

International Student Application Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to Montclair State University as an International Student Applicant, you must submit:

  • A completed application. Apply Now
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
  • A TOEFL score of at least an 80 on the Internet-based test, a 213 on the computer-based test or a 550 on the paper-based test. (NOTE: The TOEFL requirement is only waived if you are a native English speaker or have completed a college-level English Composition course in the US with a grade of "C" or better). A score of 6.5 or better on the IELTS is also acceptable.
  • An academic evaluation & English translation of all coursework completed in another country. (For potential Freshmen, this is High School equivalent work. For potential Transfer Students, this is a course-by-course evaluation of college-level work.

The evaluation must come from an organization affiliated with the National Association of Credit Evaluation Services (NACES). For a listing of NACES member organizations, please visit www.naces.org/members.htm

International Student Admission Standards

International students should have similar academic preparation as indicated in the Freshman and Transfer Student admissions standards. In addition, demonstrated English language competency is required for admission.

Non-Degree Admission

Who is a Non-Degree Applicant?

You are a Non-Degree Applicant if you are not interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree but are interested in taking one or two credit bearing courses. To qualify for Non-Degree admission, you must have received a high school diploma or its equivalency at least 2 years prior to you submitting your application.

Please note: Students previously denied admission to the University are ineligible to apply as non-degree applicants.

Non-Degree Application Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to Montclair State University as a Non-Degree Applicant, you must:

  • Complete and submit the Non-Degree Application. Non-degree admission application admission application .
  • Submit documentation showing proof of successful completion of your secondary education (a copy of your high school or equivalency diploma).
  • Submit the non-refundable application fee of $10.00 in the form of a check or money order drawn from a U.S. bank made payable to Montclair State University.

Submit all materials to:

Office of Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043

Important Information for Non-Degree Applicants

Admission to the non-degree classification does not guarantee acceptance into a Montclair State University undergraduate degree program. A maximum of 12 credits may be applied toward the degree if you should choose to matriculate. As a Non-Degree student, you are not eligible for credit evaluations or academic advising. A Non-Degree application is valid for one semester only. If you wish to retain Non-degree status for more than one semester, you must resubmit the Non-Degree application.

Pre-Qualification to Apply for the Unemployment Tuition Waiver Program

Students interested in studying at Montclair State University under the Unemployment Tuition Waiver are allowed to do so as a non-degree seeking student only, but they must meet the same academic standards required of degree-seeking students. This means that students with previous college work must meet the Transfer Student requirements, and student without previous college work must meet the Freshman Student requirements. Please use this special form to request pre-qualification for the Unemployment Tuition Waiver program:

(If You Already Have a Bachelors Degree, do not use this form. You must
go through the Graduate Admissions process for Pre-Qualification)

The application for the Unemployment Tuition Waiver Program for Fall 2013 is currently closed.

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Please note the following:

  • Academic approval is granted for a single semester only. You must complete this process for each subsequent semester you wish to to be considered for the Unemployment Tuition Waiver Program.
  • Pre-qualification to study under the Unemployment Tuition Waiver permits you to enroll in a course(s) as a non-degree seeking student if you are approved to receive the tuition waiver. It does not imply or guarantee acceptance into a degree-seeking program, which must be applied for separately after you are finished with your studies under the Unemployment Tuition Waiver program.
  • This application grants pre-qualification to study at The University in general. Additional authorization from the Tuition Waiver Director will be required to receive the tuition waiver.
  • Failure to provide full and accurate information on this form may result in a significant delay or inability to process your application.
  • A maximum of 12 credits taken under a non-degree status such as the Unemployment Tuition Waiver program may be applied toward the degree should a student choose to matriculate into a degree-seeking program.

View additional details on this program and eligibility.

Second Bachelor’s Admissions

Who is a Second Bachelor’s Applicant?

If you have already received a Bachelor’s degree and your interests or goals have shifted, you may pursue a Second Bachelor’s degree at Montclair State University.

Second Bachelor’s Application Requirements

Second Bachelor degrees are not available in Teacher Education or Business Administration programs.

In order to be considered for admission to Montclair State University as a Second Bachelor’s Applicant, you must submit:

  • A completed application (Select "Transfer Student" and indicate degree completion from your previous school). Apply Now
  • An official transcript from ALL colleges and/or universities previously attended.
  • A $65 non-refundable application fee.
  • A Personal Statement

Second Bachelor’s Admission Standards

In order to be considered for admission as a Second Bachelor’s Applicant, you should have completed a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of a "B" average. Please note that certain degree programs at Montclair State University have specific standards for admission. For a complete listing of programs with specific standards, please reference the Transfer Admission Standards.

Please note: Teacher Education programs and Business Administration are not available as Second
Bachelor programs. Please see the Graduate School for information regarding coursework in these areas.

Graduate Admission

Who is a Graduate Applicant?

You are a Graduate Applicant if you have completed a Bachelor’s degree at an accredited college or university. For more information about Graduate Admission, please visit the website for The Graduate School.

Ready to spread your wings and become a Red Hawk? Applying is easy! Just be sure to apply by the deadlines listed below to ensure your application is eligible for review.