A Peek Into Your Academic Future
Our programs for high school students offer a variety of ways for you to get an early taste of what it’s like to be a college student. Make new friends as you attend exciting classes based on the topics you’re most interested in, all while staying on a beautiful park-like campus. In some programs, you can even get a jump start on earning credits toward your college degree! See what we have to offer today.
Early Bird Junior Admission Program
- Apply for free as a junior and find out if you’re admitted to Montclair before senior year even begins.
- Receive your scholarship offer in July
- Gain access to exclusive on-campus and virtual events
Early College Credit Programs
- Earn transferable college credits while still in high school
- Choose from various programs during fall, spring, and summer
- Receive support from a dedicated Academic Success Coach
Hispanic Student College Institute
- Strengthens students and families’ knowledge on applying, transitioning to college, and future academic success
- Four-day, three-night residential program from July 7-10, 2024
- Free for high school rising juniors and seniors of Hispanic/Latinx descent
Pre-College Summer
- 1-week residential experience from July 14-20, 2024.
- Choose from 12 unique experiences that cater to every interest and aspiration.
- Designed for rising 10th-12th grade high school students.
Dual Enrollment Programs
- Available to students attending participating high schools across New Jersey.
- Enroll in fall and spring courses to earn college credit while fulfilling high school requirements.
- Credits are offered at reduced rates and can be transferred to most colleges in New Jersey.
Red Hawks Rising Dual Enrollment Program
- For juniors at University High School (UHS) and East Side High School (ESHS) in Newark, NJ.
- Earn up to 30 college credits over 5 semesters (during 11th and 12th grade), including a summer experience on campus.
- Explore teaching as a profession with the goal to return to your own communities and schools.