Median Earnings (1yr)
$41,445
74th percentile
Sample Size
18
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Montclair State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Montclair State University graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 74th percentile of all sustainability studies bachelors programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in New Jersey

Sustainability Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (3 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Montclair State University$41,445
National Median$37,223$20,0450.54

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.

Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.