Can I enroll on a part-time basis?
The MFA in Dance does not permit part-time enrollment. Admission to the program is conducted every two years, and students are expected to complete all course requirements within a two-year period. Students will move through the curriculum as a cohort.
Can I take courses as a non-degree student before being accepted into a program?
At this time, non-degree students are not able to take courses.
What if I just want to take classes for personal/professional development purposes?
At this time, only matriculating students may take classes in the MFA in Dance program.
How long can I take to complete my degree?
Students are expected to complete their course of study within two years. The cohort structure does not allow for students to drop in and out of the program.
Are GRE score required in my application?
No. GRE, GMAT or MAT scores are not required.
Do I need to submit GRE, GMAT or MAT scores if I already have a master’s degree?
No. GRE, GMAT or MAT scores are not required.
When and how do I know if I have been accepted into Montclair State University?
Applicants will be informed of their acceptance into the program after we resume accepting applications in the Fall 2017 semester (for enrollment in Summer 2018). Admission decisions are not given out over the phone.
What is the cost to attend Montclair State University?
Program tuition total for the full two-year program
$34,000
Does MSU offer financial assistance?
Visit our Financial Information Section for more information.
Can I apply for on-campus housing?
On-campus housing is available upon request. Please contact The Office of Residence Life directly at 973-655-5188 or via email at reslife@mail.xlhl.net. Residence Life staff is available to answer questions weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
If I studied at an institution outside of the United States, what educational background is needed to be eligible to apply to graduate studies at Montclair State University?
Applicants who received their degrees outside of the United States and have foreign transcripts must receive a COURSE-BY-COURSE transcript evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). NACES is an association of private foreign educational credential evaluation services committed to formulating and maintaining ethical standards in the field of foreign educational evaluation. Within the United States, no government agency monitors the establishment of foreign credential evaluation services. NACES was founded in 1987 by credential evaluation services dedicated to promoting excellence and committed to setting the standards for the profession.
Please contact a NACES member to receive an “Application for Evaluation of Foreign Credentials”. Requests for evaluation are usually honored within 20 working days of receipt of all required materials and fees. You must include instructions on the application to send a copy of the evaluation to The Graduate School at Montclair State University. You must provide the NACES member you selected with copies of transcripts from all previous educational institutions and certified English translations. Students do not need to submit official transcripts to The Graduate School. An official evaluation sent to Montclair State University from the NACES member you selected is the only requirement.
If my foreign transcripts are already translated into English, do I still need to have them evaluated by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services? What is the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)?
Yes. ALL foreign transcripts must receive a COURSE-BY-COURSE evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). NACES is an association of private foreign educational credential evaluation services committed to formulating and maintaining ethical standards in the field of foreign educational evaluation. Within the United States, no government agency monitors the establishment of foreign credential evaluation services. NACES was founded in 1987 by credential evaluation services dedicated to promoting excellence and committed to setting the standards for the profession.
Please contact a NACES member to receive an “Application for Evaluation of Foreign Credentials”. Requests for evaluation are usually honored within 20 working days of receipt of all required materials and fees. You must include instructions on the application to send a copy of the evaluation to The Graduate School at Montclair State University. You must provide the NACES member you selected with copies of transcripts from all previous educational institutions and certified English translations. Students do not need to submit official transcripts to The Graduate School. An official evaluation sent to Montclair State University from the NACES member you selected is the only requirement.
To obtain a list of NACES members, please visit the NACES website.
How long will you keep my application materials on file?
We will keep your application materials on file for one year if you do not complete the application, if you are not admitted, or if you do not enroll in classes. Space restrictions require us to purge all inactive materials after one year. If you choose to reapply after your application has been purged, you will need to resubmit all required materials.
Who should write my letter of recommendation?
All applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation. They should be written by someone familiar with your recent professional work in the dance field.
What if I have additional questions?
If you have additional questions which are not addressed above, you may contact The Graduate School.
The Graduate School
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07043
Telephone: 973-655-5147 or 800-331-9207
Fax: 973-655-7869
Email: gradschool@mail.xlhl.net
Website: 8i17.xlhl.net/graduate
