1 Normal Avenue, Montclair, New Jersey 07043-1624
(973) 655-4000
http://www.montclair.edu/
Montclair State University is a public institution located in Montclair, New Jersey. Established in 1908, the university has grown into a prominent academic center with a sprawling 486-acre suburban campus. It offers a dynamic learning environment with modern facilities, green spaces, and easy access to New York City. Montclair State is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), ensuring high academic standards across its diverse programs.
Montclair State University offers over 300 academic programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degrees. The university has 11 colleges and schools, covering disciplines such as business, education, the arts, science, humanities, and health professions.
Montclair State has over 120 student organizations, including academic clubs, cultural groups, and recreational activities. The university also has a strong Greek life presence and active student government.
- Athletics: NCAA Division III, 18 varsity teams
- Housing: On-campus residence halls and apartments available
- Dining: Multiple dining halls, food courts, and cafes
2023-2024 Tuition Fees:
- In-State: $14,766
- Out-of-State: $24,126
- Books & Supplies: $1,240
Montclair State University offers a diverse array of bachelor’s programs across multiple disciplines. Here’s an overview of their offerings:
- Animation and Visual Effects (BFA): Focuses on developing skills in both traditional and digital animation techniques.
- Music (BA): Provides comprehensive training in music theory, performance, and history.
- Film and Television (BA): Covers various aspects of film and television production, including directing, editing, and screenwriting.
- Creative Writing (BA): Emphasizes the craft of writing fiction, poetry, and non-fiction.
- Fashion Design and Merchandising (BA): Combines creative design principles with business strategies in the fashion industry.
- Graphic Design (BFA): Focuses on visual communication through digital and traditional media.
- Accounting (BS): Prepares students for careers in financial reporting and analysis.
- Business Analytics (BS): Emphasizes data analysis to inform business decisions.
- Business Administration (BS): Offers concentrations in Management, Marketing, and Finance.
- Entrepreneurship (BS): Encourages innovative thinking and business startup strategies.
- Finance (BS): Covers investment strategies, financial markets, and corporate finance.
- Hospitality, Sports, Events, and Tourism (BA): Focuses on management principles in these dynamic industries.
- International Business (BS): Explores global trade, economics, and cultural considerations.
- Management Information Systems (BS): Integrates business practices with information technology solutions.
- Communications and Media Arts (BA): Studies various media platforms and communication strategies.
- Journalism and Digital Media (BA): Trains students in news reporting, multimedia storytelling, and digital content creation.
- Public Relations (BA): Focuses on managing public perceptions and strategic communication.
- Computer Science (BS): Covers programming, algorithms, and software development.
- Information Technology (BS): Emphasizes practical IT skills and system management.
- Data Science (BS): Focuses on statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making.
- Family Science and Human Development (BA): Studies family dynamics and human development across the lifespan.
- Justice Studies (BA): Offers concentrations in Justice Systems, Paralegal Studies, and International Justice.
- Jurisprudence, Law and Society (BA): Explores the philosophical and societal aspects of law.
- Early Childhood Education (BA): Prepares students to teach children from birth through third grade.
- Elementary Education (BA): Focuses on teaching methodologies for grades K-6.
- Secondary Education (BA): Prepares students to teach specific subjects at the middle and high school levels.
- Special Education (BA): Trains educators to work with students with diverse learning needs.
- Exercise Science (BS): Studies human movement and its impact on health.
- Nutrition and Food Science (BS): Focuses on the relationship between diet, health, and disease prevention.
- Public Health (BS): Emphasizes community health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- English (BA): Covers literature analysis, critical theory, and advanced writing skills.
- History (BA): Explores historical events, contexts, and interpretations.
- Philosophy (BA): Examines fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics.
- Spanish (BA): Focuses on Spanish language proficiency and Hispanic cultures.
- Geoscience (BS): Studies Earth’s physical structure, processes, and history.
- Nursing (BSN): Prepares students for the nursing profession with a focus on patient care and clinical practice.
- Psychology (BA): Explores human behavior, mental processes, and emotional responses.
- Biology (BS): Studies living organisms, their functions, and ecosystems.
- Chemistry (BS): Focuses on chemical principles, reactions, and laboratory techniques.
- Physics (BS): Explores the fundamental laws governing matter and energy.
- Mathematics (BS): Covers advanced mathematical theories and applications.
- Anthropology (BA): Studies human societies, cultures, and their development.
- Sociology (BA): Examines social behavior, institutions, and structures.
- Political Science (BA): Analyzes government systems, political behavior, and public policies.