Montclair State University

What is the transfer representative's contact information?

Name: Erin Samples
Email: samplese@montclair.edu

What are the transfer partnership benefits?

Students transferring with an earned Hudson AA, AS or AFA degree will arrive as a junior credit status and general education courses are waived. In addition, D grades and CLEP credits will also be allowed to transfer as part of the AA, AS, AFA agreement.

Montclair 2+2 Program - Students can apply as a 2+2 applicant for guaranteed admission if certain requirements are met. www.montclair.edu/two-plus-two

Hudson AAS Degree credits in Culinary Arts can transfer seamlessly into Montclair’s BS Degree in Nutrition & Food Science - Food Systems.

What is the transfer application waiver code?

TR2026 - For Transfer applicants
PTK2026 - For PTK applicants

What is your transfer application process?

Submit online transfer application www.montclair.edu
Submit all official college transcripts electronically to: transfermsu@montclair.edu

What are the transfer application priority deadlines?

Preferred application submission deadline:

Fall Semester: April 15
Spring Semester: November 15

For an extended deadlines, please visit the montclair.edu website.

Do you have rolling admissions?

Yes, application deadlines are recommended guidelines.

Is there a separate application for EOF?

There is no separate application for EOF applicants. However, all current Hudson EOF transfer applicants should submit the 1-page EOF Transfer of Aid Form. The form is signed by the Hudson EOF Dept.

Where should the final transcripts be sent to?

Electronically: transfermsu@montclair.edu

OR

Mailing Address:
Montclair State University
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
1 Normal Ave.
Montclair, NJ 07043

Where should CLEP and AP scores/grades be sent to?

Official Test Score reports can be sent to: msuadm@montclair.edu

Are D, Pass and Fail grades transferrable?

D grades are transferable if part of an earned AA, AS or AFA degree.
Pass (P) credits are transferable if the sending institution also granted credit for the passed course.

Are military credits accepted at your institution?

Joint Services Transcript credits are accepted.

What fees are associated with your college?

Transfer Application $65.
New Student Deposit (after acceptance) $85.

What resources do you have for DACA students and veterans/military active students?

DACA - https://www.montclair.edu/immigration-daca/daca-dreamer-student-resources/

Veteran/Military - https://www.montclair.edu/military-affiliated/

Do you have a transfer center office?

You can direct all questions to transfermsu@montclair.edu
You can also request an individual telecounseling appointment with one of our transfer admission counselors.

https://apply.montclair.edu/portal/transfertelecounseling

Is there a transfer orientation at the college?

New Student Orientation is mandatory for all new students (freshman & transfer).
Mandatory transfer advising for all new transfer students is required prior to first semester course registration.

What is the school's financial aid code?

Montclair FAFSA Code: 2617

How much is tuition every semester/year for full-time and part-time students?

Fall 2025/Spring 2026

In-State full-time/flat rate tuition (12-18 credits per semester):

In-state full time: $16,854
Out-of-state full time: $27,570

Does your college/Institution provide any of the scholarships?

Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship - YES!! New for 2024. $2K/per year (for 2 years) No additional application - just submit proof of PTK membership.

Are there housing options for transfer students?

Yes! Housing is available to all transfer students. Students with 50 credits or more are eligible for “apartment style living”. 2 types of apartments on campus. We also offer traditional dormitories; single rooms and suite-style rooms.
https://www.montclair.edu/residence-life/living-on-campus/

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