Bloomfield College of Montclair State University
A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and in-state New Jersey residents. graduation rate is below 40%; freshman retention is below 65%. 70% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.
About This School
Bloomfield College of Montclair State University is a public institution located in Bloomfield, New Jersey with approximately 781 undergraduate students enrolled. Bloomfield College of Montclair State University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 70%. In-state tuition is $15,912 per year. The graduation rate is 38%, and the typical graduate earns $52,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Bloomfield College of Montclair State University is a public college in Bloomfield, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is chartered by the State of New Jersey and accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The school became part of Montclair State University starting in July 2023, before which it had been a private college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) through the Synod of the Northeast.
The numbers here tell a cautionary story — only 31% of students graduate, and fewer than 6 in 10 freshmen return for sophomore year, which are serious warning signs worth understanding before enrolling. On the positive side, the average net price of $18,778/year is relatively affordable, and its recent merger with Montclair State University may signal more resources and stability ahead. Worth considering only if you have a clear plan for staying on track, but compare carefully against nearby schools with stronger completion rates.
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Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (781 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Bloomfield College of Montclair State University
467 Franklin St
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
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Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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