Congratulations on your acceptance! You should be proud of this achievement. Some steps for enrolling will be available later this year, but here’s some things you can do and prepare for now as an accepted Early Bird:
Throughout the semester, we’ll send you special invitation to Early Bird only events. In the meantime, explore our other visit options today!
To reserve your place at Montclair, simply submit the non-refundable New Student Deposit in your Accepted Student Portal by the posted deadline at montclair.edu/admissions/commit.
If you are planning to live on campus, you may also submit your housing deposit. On-campus housing is guaranteed for students who have paid their housing deposit by May 1.
The new student deposit and housing deposit are non-refundable.
Questions about your New Student Deposit? Contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at 973-655-4444 or email msuadm@montclair.edu for assistance.
Questions about your Housing Deposit and Application? Contact the Office of Residence Life at 973-655-5188 or email reslife@montclair.edu for assistance.
Ensure you receive any financial aid you may be eligible for by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Assistance (FAFSA) at fafsa.gov. Be sure to list Montclair when you submit your application. The FAFSA historically becomes available in October. We will reach out to you when an official open date is announced.
If Financial Aid reaches out to you with any document requests, make sure to reply so we can get your financial aid award offer to you as soon as possible.
Questions about this step? Sign up for a Financial Aid Webinar, watch a recording of our Financial Aid Webinar. You may also contact Red Hawk Central at 973-655-7600 or email redhawkcentral@montclair.edu.
Stay plugged in with the Montclair community on the mobile app ZeeMee! Chat with other Early Bird students, match on shared interests and participate in live in-app events for a chance to receive some Montclair swag! Meet your future friends before you even step on campus.
View the rest of your steps on the Freshman Accepted Student Checklist.
If you have any questions about our enrollment process, please email msuadm@montclair.edu or call 973-655-4444. Or, you can log into your portal to connect with your admissions counselor!