Montclair State University

The Office of Global Engagement supports international students – freshman, transfer and graduate – through every stage of the journey, from applying to Montclair State University to graduation. International students bring the world to Montclair State University, and our team is here to help you every step of the way. Explore the options below to find the application pathway that best fits you as a freshman, transfer or graduate student.

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If you are still completing high school or secondary school, or have finished high school/secondary school and attempted fewer than 16 university-level credits, you may apply for admission as an international freshman student.

Montclair considers you a transfer student if you have attempted 16 or more credits at an accredited college or university after graduating high school or earning a high school diploma equivalent. Review our Transfer FAQs for answers to common transfer admission questions.

If you have already completed a bachelor’s degree and are interested in pursuing a master’s or doctoral degree, you may apply for admission as an international graduate student.

Montclair remains committed to making education affordable for international students, regardless of country of origin. As a public institution, Montclair cannot offer need-based financial aid to international students, so unless you receive a merit-based scholarship or assistantship, you should plan to cover the full cost of attendance. International students in F‑1 or J‑1 status are charged out‑of‑state tuition.

Montclair’s international students are employed on Optional Practical Training (OPT) – temporary, post‑graduation work authorization for F‑1 international students – within two months of graduation.