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Montclair State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Montclair State University admits about 87.9% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 910–1210 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 16–25 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 87.9%
SAT range 910-1210
Net price $15,193
Graduation rate 65.6%

Montclair State University At a Glance

LocationMontclair, New Jersey
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment18,376
Acceptance Rate87.9%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)480-620
SAT Range (Math)430-590
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)910-1210
Average SAT (Combined)1070
ACT RangeNot reported
Average Net Price$15,193/yr
Tuition (In-State)$16,854/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$27,570/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate65.6%
Full-Time Retention Rate77.9%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$63,846
Median Debt at Completion$19,500

How Montclair State University Compares

Montclair State University is more selective than about 28% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 18,376 students, it is larger than about 58% of the 265 schools in this list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montclair State University's acceptance rate?

Montclair State University's acceptance rate is about 87.9%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Montclair State University?

Admitted students at Montclair State University typically report a combined SAT score between 910 and 1210 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Montclair State University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Montclair State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Montclair State University?

The average net price reported for Montclair State University is $15,193 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Montclair State University's official site.