Academics
With more than 300 doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s programs across 15 colleges and schools, you can explore what excites you and find the path that fits. You’ll learn by doing – in labs, studios, clinics and internships – work with faculty who know your field, and graduate ready for the career you want.
Flexible Online Degrees That Work for You
Montclair Online lets you earn a top-ranked degree on your schedule, with programs for working professionals in business, education and more. Choose the flexible path that fits your life and moves your career and life forward.
Nationally Ranked Online Bachelor’s Programs
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Montclair among the nation’s best for online bachelor’s programs, highlighting the quality, flexibility and support you get – no matter where you learn.
What Learning Here Really Feels Like
Students and professors share what it’s really like to learn at Montclair – from challenging classes and caring faculty to the kind of rigorous academics that get you ready for life after college.
Where Will You Go Next?
Explore Undergraduate Programs
Dive into hands-on classes, internships and research that turn your curiosity into career-ready skills, with faculty mentors, modern labs and studios that challenge and inspire you at every step.
Advance with Graduate Programs
Advance your career with master’s, doctoral and certificate programs that blend research, real-world experience and flexible in-person, hybrid and online options – so you can grow as a leader on your terms.
Learn Anywhere with Montclair Online
Earn a rigorous degree from anywhere with fully online and hybrid options, engaging courses taught by the same faculty, and a supportive community built for your busy life.
Education That Opens Every Door
At Montclair, your education goes beyond the classroom.
You’ll collaborate with faculty on groundbreaking research at a Carnegie R2 “high research activity” university, challenge yourself in the John Martinson Honors EDGE Program, and explore interdisciplinary learning that connects ideas across fields.
When you’re ready for what’s next, a 150,000+ alumni network across 50 states and 70+ countries shows where a Montclair degree can take you.
“Professors’ support inspires me daily. Their encouragement and feedback help me stay focused on my goals, even when I face challenges, reminding me of who I want to become and why I’m here.”
Oscaterin Bautista ’26
Child Advocacy and Policy; Family Science and Human Development
Family Advocate
Big Results. Recognized Excellence.
Public University in New Jersey
Ranked the No. 1 public institution in New Jersey in the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. list.
Public in the Nation
Ranked among the top 30 public institutions nationwide, underscoring the strength of our academics and outcomes.
Online Master’s in Educational Leadership
U.S. News & World Report ranks Montclair’s online MA in Educational Leadership #5 in the nation, highlighting flexible, high-impact preparation for working educators.
Ranked Online Bachelor’s Programs
Montclair earns its first-ever U.S. News ranking for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs at No. 56, reflecting the quality and growth of its online options.
SEEDS
SEEDS is Montclair’s approach to general education – designed to feel useful from day one. You’ll take classes that connect directly to your goals, explore real issues, build practical skills, and engage with the world around you.
SEEDS stands for:
- Social Justice and Equity
- Educated Citizenry
- Engagement, Agency, and Leadership
- Diversity and Intercultural Competency
- Self-Discovery and Self-Care
Through SEEDS
You might study how technology shapes everyday life, design your own game, explore environmental challenges, or take part in a live theater production. You could analyze how language influences society, work on a community advocacy project, or turn ideas into meaningful social impact.
Along the way, you’ll build skills you’ll use in any major or career. You’ll strengthen your writing, think more critically and learn how to communicate your ideas with confidence.
At Montclair, general education means helping you discover what interests you, connect ideas across fields, and see how your education fits into your future.
What Makes SEEDS Different
- Learn by doing: Create, perform, design, research, and present your work.
- Choose your path: Select courses that match your interests and goals.
- Stay connected to real life: Explore topics tied to current issues, communities and careers.
- Build something meaningful: Complete projects and portfolios you can share beyond the classroom.
- Gain skills that transfer: Strengthen writing, communication, problem-solving and collaboration.
Bold dreams. Real stories.
Hear from students who are turning hard work, support and opportunity into futures they once only imagined.
“Montclair is really what I would call an American Dream university. It’s one of those places where, if you work really hard, you can achieve a lot, have great experiences and find people who will help you succeed.”
Jacob Roby ’26
Political Science
Honors student and campus leader