Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Montclair State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montclair State University | $61,225 | $59,970 | -2% |
| Georgian Court University | $63,268 | $60,480 | -4% |
| Saint Peter's University | $58,382 | $60,392 | +3% |
| Monmouth University | $63,185 | $58,700 | -7% |
| Rowan University | $61,640 | $56,340 | -9% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Montclair State UniversityMontclair | $14,766 | $61,225 | $59,970 | — | — |
 Georgian Court UniversityLakewood | $37,110 | $63,268 | $60,480 | — | — |
 Monmouth UniversityWest Long Branch | $44,850 | $63,185 | $58,700 | — | — |
 Rowan UniversityGlassboro | $15,700 | $61,640 | $56,340 | — | — |
 Saint Peter's UniversityJersey City | $41,054 | $58,382 | $60,392 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $56,157 | — | — | — |
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Occupations commonly associated with education graduates
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- Georgian Court University$63,268
- Monmouth University$63,185
- Rowan University$61,640
- Saint Peter's University$58,382
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About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Montclair State University, approximately 44% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.