Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ · Public

Acceptance rate
88%
Average SAT
1,070
ACT midpoint
Enrollment
18,376
In-state tuition
$15,912
Out-of-state tuition
$26,022
Avg net price
$15,566
4-yr grad rate

Test scores

Admitted students score between 910 and 1210 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

Popular programs at Montclair State University

Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.

#ProgramStairway RankingGraduates/yr
1Business Administration, Management and Operations.571
2Research and Experimental Psychology.423
3Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services.271
4Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.182
5Communication and Media Studies.170
6Radio, Television, and Digital Communication.158
7Biology, General.141
8Computer and Information Sciences, General.132
9Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness.122
10Accounting and Related Services.104
11English Language and Literature, General.99
12Design and Applied Arts.86
13Public Health.81
14Nutrition Sciences.74
15Political Science and Government.72
16Economics.65
17Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.61
18Music.59
19Linguistic, Comparative, and Related Language Studies and Services.55
20History.55

Showing top 20 of 56 programs

Frequently asked questions

What is the acceptance rate at Montclair State University?

Montclair State University has an acceptance rate of 88% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.

What SAT score do I need for Montclair State University?

Admitted students at Montclair State University typically score between 910 and 1210 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).

How much does Montclair State University cost?

The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Montclair State University is approximately $15,566 per year.

What is the graduation rate at Montclair State University?

4-year graduation rate data for Montclair State University is not currently published.

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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.