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91.3%Acceptance
$14,766Tuition
17,677Students
64%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$61,415Earnings
#17 in New JerseyPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
91.3%
Average SAT
1,075
SAT Range (25th–75th)
950–1,200
Total Enrollment
17,677

Admissions Overview

Montclair State maintains an open admission policy with a 91% acceptance rate. This means most students who apply will gain admission, making it accessible to a wide range of academic backgrounds. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 950-1200 on the SAT, with an average of 1075. Students don't need perfect grades or test scores to get in. The university attracts students interested in education and the arts, given its strong reputation for teacher preparation and performing arts programs. With nearly 94% of students coming from New Jersey, Montclair particularly appeals to in-state residents seeking quality public higher education close to home.