Montclair State University

Montclair State University, in Montclair, New Jersey, is a public four-year university with nursing education that prepares students for professional practice and advancement. Its nursing pathways include undergraduate study and may offer RN-to-BSN and graduate options, with learning delivered through a mix of campus, online, and hybrid formats depending on the track. Students can expect to build skills in health assessment, pharmacology, evidence-based practice, communication, leadership, patient-centered care, and clinical judgment through classroom learning and supervised clinical experience.

Prelicensure students complete clinical training and are prepared for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. Montclair State offers a practical public-university option in North Jersey, with access to regional clinical sites and a larger university environment than many nearby programs. Publicly available details on exact credit hours and clinical totals can vary by track, so students should confirm current requirements directly with the university.