Montclair State University

Experience Montclair State University firsthand by taking a campus tour led by one of our student ambassadors; attend an Undergraduate Open House for freshmen, or transfer and adult students. Tours and Open Houses depart from the Undergraduate Admissions Welcome Center.

Tours are offered most weekdays at and on select Saturdays throughout the academic year.

Open Houses

Our Undergraduate Open House programs for incoming freshmen are large-scale events (usually between 2,800 - 3,200 visitors) with a wide variety of things to do and people to meet! Faculty representatives are on hand, along with representatives from Financial Aid, Residence Education, Athletics, Greek Life and many more. 

Transfer and Adult Students

Undergraduate Open House programs for Transfer and Adult Students are offered during the spring semester and typically attract an audience of 100-200 students.  Admissions counselors, academic advisors and financial aid representatives is available to answer your individual questions about the transfer process. And for to those age 25 or older who are considering a college experience either for the first time or after an absense of several years, our staff is available to walk you through the application and enrollment process and alleviate any concerns you may have about returning to the classroom.

Scholar Days

Montclair State University will be hosting a series of Scholar Days for prospective freshman students who have achieved a high level of success in high school. You’ll have a chance to learn about our competitive Honors Program, meet other high-achieving students and conclude the day with a lunch on the seventh floor of University Hall which overlooks the entire campus and the New York City skyline. If you are a high achieving student and are interested in learning more about our Scholar Days, please visit our Web site for further information.

Arts days

Arts Days events feature participatory workshops with College of the Arts faculty, performances by Montclair State students, career discussions, audition/interview preparation advice and more.