How to apply online
CGES Applications for Fall 2025 are now Open!
Application Checklist
- Online Application
- Personal Statement
Respond to all parts of the prompt using ONE of the following methods:- Essay: Written statements should be in complete sentences and no more than 500 words.
- Visual products or presentations: May be submitted as high resolution photographs, no larger than 8.5 x 11. You may submit a web link to a shared photo or presentation web service.
- Audio or video recordings: Should be under 10 minutes in length. Please submit by providing a web link to a shared file or published video or audio web service (e.g., youtube, vimeo, google drive shared file).
- Extracurricular Activity Sheet/Resume
A list of all extracurricular activities you have been involved with and the years participated. This may include social or recreational clubs, community or faith-based organizations, sports or arts activities, service or volunteer experiences, internships or work experiences, etc. - 2 Recommendation Letters
Submit the names and email addresses of your references in your application. The references will receive an email with instructions to submit their letters directly to Montclair. The references should be able to discuss your strengths and support needs and should not be a friend or family member. - High School Transcript
The applicant will need to request that their High School send an official transcript directly to Montclair State University. - Individualized Education Program (IEP)
The applicant’s most recent Individualized Education Program (IEP) will need to be uploaded to their application portal after the online application is submitted. Please include every page including evaluations. If the IEP does not list ‘Intellectual Disability’, please upload an additional document that indicates this.
Once your application is complete, you can expect the following: