Montclair State University: what international applicants need

What are Montclair State University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Montclair State University has one application deadline for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Montclair State University's acceptance rate?

87.9% for students who started in fall 2024: Montclair State University admitted 23,076 of its 26,257 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Montclair State University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Montclair State University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Montclair State University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 430–590 in Math and 480–620 in Reading and Writing (9% of them sent SAT scores).

• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Montclair State University's application fee for international students?

Montclair State University's application fee is $65 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does Montclair State University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. Montclair State University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does Montclair State University accept?

Montclair State University doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Montclair State University require?

Montclair State University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Montclair State University require the Common App personal essay?

No. Montclair State University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Montclair State University have?

302 of Montclair State University's 18,712 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Montclair State University cost for international students?

Montclair State University is a public university: international students pay at least the out-of-state rate, $26,022 in published tuition and fees for 2024–25 (in-state students paid $15,912). Some public universities add an international fee. On-campus food and housing was $16,730. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $47,562 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Montclair State University give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Montclair State University gave institutional scholarships or grants to 129 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source