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Montclair State University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 910-1210. Montclair State University admitted 88% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%: 910-1210
Acceptance rate: 88%
Test policy, fall 2024: Test-optional
Undergraduates: 18,376

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Montclair State University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1210 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Montclair State University's SAT submitters; 910 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 22% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Montclair State University?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Montclair State University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure	25th percentile	50th percentile	75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing	480	550	620
SAT Math	430	520	590
SAT total (estimated)	910	1070	1210

Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 620 in Reading and Writing but 590 in Math.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1070.

Testing policy

Does Montclair State University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Montclair State University told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Montclair State University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Montclair State University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25): $15,912
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25): $26,022
Average net price after aid (2023-24): $15,566
First-year retention rate: 78%
Graduation rate within 6 years: 65%
Median earnings 10 years after entry: $61,415

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FAQ

Montclair State University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Montclair State University?

Montclair State University does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 910 and 1210 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1210 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 910 marks the bottom quarter.

Does Montclair State University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Montclair State University reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Montclair State University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Montclair State University's acceptance rate?

Montclair State University admitted 88% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

College Scorecard data downloads (June 10, 2026 release)U.S. Department of Education
College Scorecard data dictionary and cohort mapU.S. Department of Education
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)National Center for Education Statistics

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].