Admissions & Aid
At Montclair, your path is yours to shape – and possibility knows no bounds.
Your Future Begins Here, Now
Launch your next chapter at Montclair. Whether you’re pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s or doctoral degree, nationally recognized academics, real-world preparation and financial support help you take the next step – and set you up for lifelong success.
Undergraduate Admissions
Montclair is committed to excellence and making a real difference – just look at our graduates’ impact. Here, a top-tier education is accessible and transformative, offering powerful programs, personal financial support and hands-on preparation that help you achieve more and lift your future, your family and your community.
Graduate Admissions
Montclair’s faculty and students take on today’s challenges, developing innovative, real-world solutions. As a public research university, we combine academic rigor with public purpose – ensuring our research, teaching and community engagement drive meaningful change.
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Cost of Attendance, Student Financial Assistance & Aid
Get cost of attendance information and explore student financial assistance options. Montclair offers clear guidance on FAFSA and financial aid forms, plus a range of need- and merit-based scholarship opportunities for both undergraduate and graduate students to help keep your education affordable.
Shape Your Tomorrow at Montclair
Over 300 academic programs, renowned faculty and a vibrant campus near New York City empower you to discover what’s possible. Here, you’ll find support to go further than you imagined.
- Majors, minors, master’s and doctoral programs, and certificates in 15 colleges and schools. Whatever your passion, there’s a path for you.
- 72% of students receive financial assistance. Grants, merit scholarships and tuition-free options help make your education affordable.
- Ranked among New Jersey’s top universities for social mobility and affordability.
- Career-focused degrees, internships and hands-on learning set you up for success in the NJ/NYC metro job market – at every stage of study.
- A vibrant campus community committed to helping you find your fit, connect and reach your goals. Montclair opens doors and helps you go further.
Value That Pays Off
Top Public University in NJ
Montclair is New Jersey’s top public university – and among the nation’s best – ranked by The Wall Street Journal 2026 Best Colleges. Students benefit from outstanding career prep, social mobility and one of the fastest returns on investment for college.
Best for Social Mobility in Nation
Ranked No. 9 nationally by U.S. News & World Report for advancing students from all backgrounds. Nearly half of Montclair undergraduates are Pell Grant recipients, reflecting a deep commitment to access and student success.
Best MBA Program in NJ
Rated among the nation’s best by Fortune for 2025, Montclair’s MBA is New Jersey’s top-ranked program for ambitious, career-focused business leaders.
What Students Say About Montclair’s Value
At Montclair, every student finds support, opportunity and hands-on experiences to thrive. Students of all backgrounds – first-generation, transfer, returning or graduate – benefit from caring professors, real financial aid and career connections across the New York City area.
Montclair did a great job of helping me stretch, expand and find my voice again.
Alyssa Muñiz ’25
Program: Music Therapy
Career: Music Therapist
Traditions, Friendships, Community
Experience vibrant traditions, endless friendships and a campus where every background is celebrated.
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Have Questions? We’re Here to Help
Undergraduate Admissions Office
Whether you’re looking to begin an application, have questions about transferring to Montclair or trying to check your application status, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions is pleased to help you in any way we can.
- msuadm@montclair.edu
- 973-655-4444
- Susan A. Cole Hall, Suite 100
Get guidance on every step of the application process, from admission requirements and deadlines to transcripts, test scores and next steps toward enrollment. The Office of Graduate Admissions provides the information and resources needed to put forward a strong application.
- graduate@montclair.edu
- 973-655-5147
- The Graduate Center, 4th Floor
The Office of Global Engagement is the University’s primary resource for all incoming and current F-1 and J-1 students.
- global@montclair.edu
- 973-655-6862
- Cole Hall 148