Montclair State University

A Superior Education. A Great Investment.

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that the work-life income of the average bachelor’s degree earner will exceed the total income of the average high school graduate by $900,000. With the superior level of education that Montclair State provides at affordable tuition rates, you couldn’t ask for a better return on your investment.

Annual full-time tuition and fees are approximately $9,800 for New Jersey residents and approximately $17,800 for out-of-state residents for academic year 2009-2010. Room and board charges for the school year average about $10,100 and vary depending on the assigned residence hall, type of residence hall room, and the selected meal plan.

NOTE: All fees, tuition, and room and board charges are subject to change upon approval of the University’s Board of Trustees. For the most up-to-date information, please contact or visit the Student Account's Office. For information on how Financia Aid may help with the cost of attending MSU, please visit the Financial Aid 10 Easy Steps web site.

To help pay for your education at Montclair State, a number of financial aid options are available to you, including loans, scholarships, grants, and work-study programs. Applying for financial aid is as simple as completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)— which can be obtained from your high school guidance counselor or online at www.fafsa.ed.gov—by March 1, 2010.

Calculate your costs.

The Montclair State Web site has a cost calculator that will help you calculate the total cost of attending Montclair State. It’s easy—simply enter the details of when you plan to attend; how many credit hours you will take; where you’ll live; and any awards, aid, or loans that you already anticipate receiving, and it will calculate expenses for the year. It will also direct you to various sources of financial aid and loan options. Access the calculator at: www.montclair.edu/FinancialAid/new_calc.php.