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87%
Open Admissions
65%
Graduation
About Montclair State University
Montclair State University is a public four-year institution located in Montclair, New Jersey. With an enrollment of approximately 17,677 undergraduate students, it is a mid-size institution. With an acceptance rate of 87%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 65%. Graduates earn a median salary of $61,415 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $14,159 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
87%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
65%
Enrollment
17,677
Total students
Median Earnings
$61,415
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$14,766
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,126
Per year
Average Net Price
$14,159
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
25th
460
Median
555
75th
605
200800
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$24,126/yr
In-State Tuition$14,766/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$14,159/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$56,636
10-Year Earnings
$614,150
ROI Multiple
10.8×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Montclair State University
Student Outcomes
65%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$61k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
17,677
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
