$17,669/yr
Average net price per year, what students actually pay
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ·Public · 4-year
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Overview
This school is accessible, giving a well-prepared applicant a realistic shot. Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $17,669 a year against a $37,452 list price, a 53% gap.
Montclair State University is a suburban public four-year institution located in Montclair, NJ. It enrolls a large student body of approximately 23,375 undergraduate students. As a public institution, it is supported by state funding and typically offers lower tuition rates for in-state residents.
At a glance
Data from IPEDS, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Admissions
Acceptance rate
88%
SAT range
910 - 1210
Academic fit
Admission probability
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Essay prompts
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Academics
Student:faculty
18:1
Avg class size (est.)
~45 students
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Costs
Sticker price
$37,452
Avg net price after aid
$17,669
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
67%
Avg grant aid
$12,283
Data from College Scorecard, U.S. Dept. of Education.
Student body
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Campus life
Food near campus
Housing & living costs
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Location
Distance from home
Cost of living
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Graduate programs
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