Is Montclair State University worth it?
Montclair State University is a public, four-year institution in Montclair, New Jersey (large suburb). It awarded 5,597 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in business administration and management, psychology and human development and family studies.
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Federal context for Montclair State University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$37,430
Median earnings 4 years after
$61,351
Median earnings 10 years after
$61,415
Average net price
$15,566
Completion rate
65%
Completions (2024)
5,597
Years to pay back
1.0 years
Students (undergrad)
18,376
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $42,336 | $68,235 | 940 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,432 | $48,464 | 439 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $33,686 | $58,236 | 331 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $85,727 | $117,544 | 285 |
| Education, General | Master's | $61,225 | $65,095 | 284 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | Bachelor's | $34,109 | $53,575 | 249 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | Master's | $74,437 | $87,244 | 247 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $26,027 | $56,176 | 202 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $46,739 | $79,692 | 198 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $37,179 | $67,541 | 187 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $28,062 | $59,247 | 177 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $31,317 | $45,337 | 168 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services | Bachelor's | $35,808 | $59,866 | 158 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | Master's | $54,513 | $66,833 | 121 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | Bachelor's | $29,633 | $62,999 | 113 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 650 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 471 |
| Human Development and Family Studies, General | Bachelor's | 164 |
| Education, General | Master's | 163 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods, Other | Master's | 159 |
| Educational Leadership and Administration, General | Master's | 156 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 145 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 143 |
| Cinematography and Film/Video Production | Bachelor's | 139 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 127 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 29% | 17,622 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 14% | 8,228 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 10% | 6,236 |
| Retail Trade | 8% | 4,877 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 3,428 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 6% | 3,312 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 2,619 |
| Wholesale Trade | 4% | 2,374 |
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Sources: federal figures for Montclair State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for New Jersey. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page