College of the Arts
Who We Are
The College of the Arts (CART) at Montclair State University is a dynamic, collaborative, and inspiring community. With more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs across the Department of Art & Design, the John J. Cali School of Music, and the Department of Theatre and Dance, CART is a vibrant hub of creativity and innovation. Over 2,000 diverse and talented students bring our state-of-the-art studios, stages, and classrooms to life every day, supported by passionate academic advisors and a career services team dedicated to their success.
Programs are rigorous, creative, and designed to meet the needs of all students while offering rich opportunities for experiential learning, performance, and internships. Our faculty is a powerhouse of working composers, designers, actors, musicians, choreographers, conductors, fine artists, scholars, and professionals—Fulbright, Guggenheim, and Howard Award recipients among them—who shape the next generation through close mentorship and hands-on learning.
The College is also home to the University Galleries, Arts and Cultural Programming, and Broadcast and Media Operations, anchoring deep connections with corporate and arts partners. Whether on campus or in the broader community, CART pulses with energy, excellence, and the belief that the arts can transform lives.
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Creative education with visibility, versatility, and momentum
The College of the Arts offers opportunities to learn, create, and perform alongside accomplished artist-teachers, including award-winning composers, designers, visual artists, actors, musicians, directors, choreographers, and communication professionals. Located just minutes from New York City, the College regularly welcomes internationally recognized guest artists who share their expertise through master classes, performances, and productions.
Through Arts and Cultural Programming, the College presents a dynamic season of performances, exhibitions, and events featuring acclaimed national and international artists. Programs take place across six professional venues, including the state-of-the-art Alexander Kasser Theater, providing exceptional cultural experiences for both campus and community audiences.
Programs that fit your creative path
Explore degrees and experiences across art, design, music, theatre, dance, media, and interdisciplinary study.
Spaces that support serious creative work
Tour the studios, stages, galleries, rehearsal rooms, and production environments where students learn and create.
Community Partnerships
Discover how the College of the Arts is making a difference through dynamic partnerships with our local communities.
View the report on Community Partnerships and Impact
Ready to explore College of the Arts opportunities?
Royal Shakespeare Company Residency
The College of the Arts is thrilled to announce a three-year pilot program with RSC Learning (RSC’s educational arm) that will pave the way to establishing a long-term partnership, aligning the two organizations’ mutual dedication to unlocking the transformative power of Shakespeare and theatre practice.
A Center for Excellence
We are a state-designated “Center of Excellence in the Arts,” with national accreditation in all arts disciplines.
PEAK Performances
PEAK Performances brings professional artists of uncommon imagination together with audiences of adventuresome spirits to create a deeper connection to the arts.
University Galleries
The University Galleries brings together ideas, perspectives, and dialogues to foster curiosity and shared understandings through art. The University Galleries presents diverse and inclusive exhibitions and programs creating connections that unite the campus experience with the local and global community.
Contact
- Program Assistant/Administrative Services
- cartcontactus@montclair.edu
- 973-655-7071
- Morehead Hall 225
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