Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
87.41%
SAT Average
1,080
ACT Range
Not available
Montclair State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 87.41%. This means approximately 874 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 17,677 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
87.41%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $14,766 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $24,126 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,926 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $14,159 | State avg: $17,613. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 44.39% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 40.30% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Montclair State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$24,126
Room and board
$16,822
Books and supplies
$1,240
Other expenses
$2,200
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,926
Average net price
$14,159
Average aid coverage
45%
$11,767 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Montclair State University pays approximately $14,159 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New Jersey average of $17,613 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Montclair State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Jersey and national averages.
Montclair State University net price
$14,159
New Jersey average
$17,613
National average
$17,506
Montclair State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $24,126 and average net price at $14,159. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$24,126
Current net price
$14,159
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
64.26%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$61,415
Undergraduates
17,677
10-Year Median Earnings - Montclair State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Montclair State University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Montclair State University?
Undergraduates
17,677
Completion rate
64.26%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
44.39%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
40.30%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 44.39% of Montclair State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 40.30% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Montclair State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Montclair State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Montclair State University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Montclair State University is listed at 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07043-1624. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Montclair State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair State University | 87.41% | $24,126 | $14,159 | $61,415 |
| Princeton University | 4.50% | $59,710 | $10,555 | $110,066 |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | 43.44% | $60,952 | $40,468 | $108,772 |
| Chamberlain University-New Jersey | 90.00% | $20,462 | $36,438 | $92,405 |
| Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing | 25.00% | $23,489 | $21,187 | $87,408 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montclair State University's acceptance rate?
Montclair State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 87.41%.
How much is Montclair State University tuition?
Montclair State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $24,126.
What is Montclair State University's average net price?
Montclair State University's average net price in the local dataset is $14,159.
What is Montclair State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $61,415 for Montclair State University.
Is Montclair State University accredited?
Montclair State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Montclair State University?
The local dataset lists 17,677 undergraduate students at Montclair State University.
What percentage of Montclair State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Montclair State University in the local dataset is 44.39%.
What is the federal loan rate at Montclair State University?
The federal loan rate for Montclair State University in the local dataset is 40.30%.
Where should I verify Montclair State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Montclair State University or the latest official federal education data.