Verified College DataA Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with high research activityNCAA Division III

Montclair State University

Montclair, NJ, United States

91% admit rate67% graduationpublic

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Admissions selectivityD
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RetentionB
Editorial depthB+

Montclair State University

Montclair State University is a public institution in Montclair, NJ. IPEDS-reported enrollment is approximately 3,464 students. The published admit rate is 91%. Out-of-state tuition is listed at $24,828 before aid. The graduation rate in federal outcomes data is 67%. CollegesRef separates verified metrics from this editorial overview — confirm figures on the admissions, financial, and outcomes tabs before making decisions.

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