Montclair-Graz Exchange Program
The Montclair-Graz Exchange Program provides the opportunity for Montclair students to travel to the city of Graz to study for one year at the University of Graz, one of the largest institutions of higher education in Austria.
What began as a gesture of reconciliation after World War II has developed into one of the most vibrant city partnerships across the Atlantic: Graz and Montclair have been linked by a strong bond of friendship since 1950. Initial aid deliveries evolved into a regular student exchange between Montclair State University and Graz universities. Hundreds of students have since spent two semesters experiencing life in their respective twin cities – a cultural bridge that continues to this day. Graz shares not only the oldest but also the most geographically distant twin city with Montclair. A delegation from Graz visited Montclair in 2025 to celebrate 75 Years of international partnership.
Sister Cities Scholarship
The Montclair-Graz Sister City Scholarship is a student cultural exchange program between the Township of Montclair, Montclair State University and the city of Graz, Austria. The program includes a full scholarship funded by Montclair State University, Montclair’s Overseas Neighbors and the City of Graz and provides free tuition, room and a small stipend. It currently offers two Montclair undergraduate students the opportunity to study for one academic year in Graz. Undergraduate students who have successfully completed the intermediate level courses in German are encouraged to apply.