New Student Checklists and Information

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Montclair State University hosts international students who are seeking a degree (usually on a F-1 visa, staying for at least 2 years) or exchange students (usually on a J-1 visa, staying for up to a year). Your next steps will vary depending on your student type.

Checklist for New Degree-Seeking Students

Checklist for Exchange or Non-Degree Nominated Students

Contact Us

Global Engagement Office

The Office of Global Engagement (OGE) is the university’s primary resource of services to all incoming and current F-1 and J-1 students. Besides assisting incoming students with their application process, we also support new and returning students with all their immigration questions. Hundreds of international students call Montclair State University home, join us to see why!

I-20 Team

Any questions related to the I-20 or change-of-status (prospective or accepted students)

International Recruitment Team

Prospective and admitted international students seeking information about Montclair State University, the application process, enrollment, and pre-arrival support.