Monmouth University

Open Up a World of Promise…

Monmouth University is a first-tier, dynamic private university that empowers students to reach their full potential as leaders who are able to make significant contributions to their community and society.

Study Experience

At Monmouth University, everyone and everything is on the rise. Working closely with distinguished faculty, students will get the attention and support they need to prepare for the road ahead.

That’s part of the reason why students choose Monmouth from a variety of top private universities.

 A ratio of fourteen students to each professor ensures a personalized, transformative learning experience.  Many five-year baccalaureate/master's program are also available.

At Monmouth, students and faculty connect. In and out of the classroom, ideas are nurtured and then become real, hands-on experiences—making a meaningful difference in students’ lives and in the lives of others. Putting learning into action is what makes education come alive.

Location

Located on the East Coast of the United States one mile (1.6 km) from the beaches of the Atlantic Ocean, Monmouth University is a destination school. The University’s historic campus is within convenient traveling distance to New York City (50 miles, 80 kilometers) and Philadelphia (85 miles, 135 kilometers) by car and public transportation. Our suburban campus offers the best of both worlds: a safe and nurturing environment with conveneint access to the best that  the US east coast has to offer.  

Monmouth welcomes students from all over the world. Currently, students from more than thirty countries attend the University.

Financial Aid

Monmouth University offers academic scholarships to qualified undergraduate students. International students may be eligible for one of our academic excellence scholarships.

Monmouth's academic excellence scholarships range from $3,500 to $16,000, and are based on a student's cumulative grade point average (GPA) and test scores.

International transfer students also may be eligible for the same scholarships as domestic transfer students. Those scholarships range from $2,000 to $9,000, based on cumulative GPA.

To help you realize your goals, graduate scholarships based on cumulative undergraduate GPA are available to matrriculated students in most master's degree programs and are renewable every year. Awards of up to $5,700 per semester are available depending on GPA and the number of credits taken. Qualified students may also be eligible for graduate assistantships in which on campus work is per formed in exchange for tuition.  These positions are limited in number, and there is a competitive application process.

Campus Life

While education forms the core of the Monmouth experience, students have access to social and cultural opportunities; clubs that satisfy all interests; intramural athletics; an International club; and much more. Importantly, a dedicated range of support services is designed to meet the specific needs of international students and is coordinated through the Office of International Student and Faculty Services. Monmouth has an evolving campus, with new academic buildings and residence halls.

Challenging. Friendly. Welcoming. This is what students can expect at Monmouth.

Monmouth University’s recent distinctions and accolades include the below listed.

• U.S. News & World Report’s annual list of Best Colleges ranked the University in the top forty for Regional Universities North for the past three years.
• The Princeton Review featured the University in The Best 379 Colleges in 2015.
• Monmouth was included on MONEY Magazine's first-ever college rankings list of "Best Colleges for Your Money."
• The Leon Hess Business School was named the Best 296 Business Schools in 2015 by The Princeton Review.
• The Princeton Review named one of the University’s professors- Gary Lewandowski (Psychology) one of The Best 300 Professors.
• Selected as one of 322 Green Colleges by The Princeton Review for two consecutive years.
• The first private institution in New Jersey to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Environmental Protection Agency.
• GraduatePrograms.com recently named Monmouth’s Psychological Counseling program among its Top 25 Mental Health Counseling Programs.
• The Princeton Review places Monmouth University among the United States’ best schools for undergraduate education.
• Monmouth’s faculty members are active teacher-scholars dedicated to excellence in teaching and the development of new knowledge.
• The curriculum of each program is designed to build the strongest levels of competence, professionalism, and leadership qualities in students.

Numerous study options are on offer across Monmouth’s below listed schools.

Leon Hess Business School

With a degree from the Leon Hess Business School, students gain the competitive edge and learn innovative thinking and build leadership skills. It’s not just about learning the fundamentals of business —it’s about learning how to succeed in an increasingly globalized economy.

All business administration programs are developed, taught, and regularly updated by dedicated faculty members who have "real-world" expertise. The Leon Hess Business School is accredited by AACSB International — the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. AACSB accreditation is the hallmark of excellence in business education, and has been earned by less than five percent of the world’s business programs.

School of Science

The School of Science at Monmouth University provides students with distinctive STEM learning and research opportunities - both inside and outside the classroom. This dynamic, personalized education includes hands-on learning in classroom labs, close interaction with faculty and staff, and internship opportunities in a range of settings. Students then carry their education right into the workplace. Partnerships with international universities provide an important cross cultural exchange of cultures and ideas.

Undergraduate degree offerings include Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Lab Sciences, Marine and Environmental Biology and Policy, Mathematics, Computer Science (BS and MS), Software Engineering (BS and MS), and Information Systems (MS). Exciting research opportunities may be available to qualified students during the summer and throughout the year.

School of Humanities & Social Sciences

The School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers students a rich, comprehensive, liberal arts education with the practical concerns of finding gainful employment. Areas of study as diverse as Corporate and Public Communications, Anthropology, Psychology and Professional Counseling, Political Science and Public Policy, Criminal Justice, English, History, Sociology, Interdisciplinary Studies, World Languages and the Fine Arts (Art and Design and Music and Theater) make the School of Humanities an exciting place to learn. Qualified students may also have the opportunity to experience research in partnership with faculty, gaining valuable experience and skills.

School of Education

The School of Education prepares educational professionals, including teachers, administrators, speech pathologists, counselors and reading specialists. Its programs combine sustained, in-depth clinical experiences with a rigorous curriculum that includes the latest and most powerful ideas from the field. 

School of Nursing and Health Studies

The Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies offers programs for individuals at many levels of education and career experience interested in healthcare. Students and professionals can take advantage of the University’s health studies, physical education, physician assistant and nursing programs. The nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

School of Social Work

The School of Social Work is built around the ideals of advancing human rights and social justice. Ranked as one of the top social work programs in the USA by U.S. News & World Report, the School offers a Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and a Master of Social Work (MSW), both of which are accredited and recognized. The MSW program offers a track in International and Community Development which includes fieldwork in the final year of study. All students get hands-on experience in the field and engage in practice at all levels, including working with individuals, communities, and government. Specialty areas of study can include school social work, mental health, child welfare, gerontology, community organizing, and grant and policy writing.

Visit the website for details about admissions and entry requirements.

English Language Requirements

All applicants whose native language is not English must prove their English proficiency:

• TOEFL: minimum score of 79
• IELTS score of 6 with no less than 5.5 on any section
• Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB)—77
• Cambridge ESOL—Certificate of Advanced English (CAE)—B2

Applicants enrolling at an ELS Language Center can prove English proficiency through successful completion of Level 112 of the program..

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• Experiential Education

Monmouth University’s location offers the best of both worlds. Being only one hour from New York City and Philadelphia, there is no lack of cultural and recreational opportunities for the students. It’s also a location that directly impacts and enhances learning experiences every day.

Big City Life. New York City. Philadelphia.

Some of the most energizing and exciting cities in the world are, just a short ride from the campus. Fortune 500 companies, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Fox News – and internship opportunities at the Penn Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, JPMorgan Chase, MTV, or the Philadelphia Zoo are all convenient to Monmouth.

Stunning Location

Leaders arise from Monmouth’s 159-acre campus full of wide green lawns and historic yet state-of-the-art facilities. Monmouth's safe suburban neighborhood is perfect for relaxing after a hard day of study. Just outside the gates, the sun-splashed beaches of the Jersey Shore are waiting - along with Asbury Park’s legendary music scene, Red Bank’s theater and dining hub, Long Branch’s redeveloped, eye-catching waterfront with recreational and upscale shopping offerings – making this the perfect place to learn and live.

At Monmouth, the possibilities are endless. And the University’s location can lead students to opportunities anywhere in the world.

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Moving forward at Monmouth University isn’t limited to the classroom. It happens throughout campus each and every day through student activities.

Students can discover opportunities everywhere. They can…

• Join one of Monmouth’s approximately 100 clubs and organizations
• Lead in campus governing bodies
• Join one of the University’s 16 fraternities and sororities
• Gain hands-on experience with Monmouth’s six media and publication organizations
• Boost career aspirations with more than 20 honor societies
• Join one of the 21 Division I sports teams or compete in the coed sailing club.
• Compete with 3,000 friends and classmates in the intramurals

Office of Student Activities and Student Center Operations

Throughout the year, the Office of Student Activities offers help to student clubs and organizations on the Monmouth campus- from hosting campus-wide student involvement fairs to assisting campus groups with events such as Springfest and Casino Night.

Some of the popular, traditional events hosted by the University’s student organizations every year are: The Big Event, Homecoming, Winterball and Ebony Night. From outdoor movies and festivals, to talent shows and concerts, there are plenty of events and programs to attend on campus.

And if students don’t find a campus group that fits their interests, they can start one.

Multicultural and Diversity Initiatives

Monmouth University believes in diversity and creating an inclusive community. It draws much of its energy from a diverse student body and strives to promote an atmosphere that encourages and celebrates their differences with mutual respect and understanding. Located in one of the most diverse states in the USA, Monmouth has strong ties to its internal and external communities. Monmouth is also committed to connecting students from across the country and around the globe to the Monmouth community

More about Student Life at Monmouth…

The residential life program at Monmouth University provides a unique opportunity for students to gain a variety of experiences that supplement and complement the formal classroom. The program also includes reasonably safe, clean, and comfortable facilities.

Housing Options + Facilities

Monmouth offers a range of housing options for students, including suite-style buildings, traditional corridor-style residence halls, and apartment-style living. University housing is guaranteed for first-year undergraduate students who submit their required housing contract and deposit by the deadline. 

Learn more about the housing facilities available:

• Suite Residential Halls
• Traditional Residential Halls
• Quasi-Traditional Halls
• Apartment Buildings
• University Owned/Sponsored Housing

Graduate student housing is supported by our office of Off-Campus and Commuter Services and by Residential Life at University Bluffs. The Office of Global Education also provides information about potential housing options for graduate students in the local area.  Located in a safe, suburban area, many Monmouth students live in rentals surrounding campus.

Meet Arturo Romua ‘13

Marine and Environmental Biology and Policy

Arturo Romua is proof that Monmouth's location benefits students' learning experiences each and every day. He decided to attend Monmouth for its marine and environmental biology and policy major. Since then, he has taken what he's learned in the classroom, from research projects, and through extracurricular activities-including his four years in the Environmental Club-to benefit a larger learning experience that he can leverage in future careers.

Arturo's time at Monmouth gave him a better perspective on various ecological systems, something that will serve him well in the future, whether it's traveling the world examining various reef ecosystems, conservation and management programs focusing on coastal species, or beach cleanups and sustainable energy development along the coast. "Monmouth helped me to understand and appreciate the complexity and beauty of nature," Arturo said. "I was also able to meet new people with passion for the environment, and this has allowed me to grow into the environmentally sensible individual that I am today. Monmouth helped me to establish…professional connections…that are imperative to my future. I wish I had a few more years to create more Monmouth experiences. My four years were great.”

Daniel Roman ‘15

BA Political Science

Almost everyone knows Daniel Roman at Monmouth University. In five minutes of sitting in front of the Student Center, he would have been stopped by four people—a personal friend, a fellow member of the Political Science Club, and two resident students from a residential Hall, where Daniel is a Resident Advisor (RA). His popularity is undeniable; after all, he has been part of countless clubs, teams, and organizations on campus.

"I love law, and my goal is to go into politics," Daniel said. If he hopes to win a local or even national election someday, he already has some experience. Not only is he president of Monmouth's Pre-Law Club, but in 2013, he was elected to the executive board of the Young Democrats of America (YDA) College Caucus. YDA is the largest youth-led, national, partisan political organization in the U.S. Daniel is serving a two-year term as its vice chair of political affairs.

“Monmouth gave me the confidence to go after everything. Everyone here is so encouraging. I was successful at my first debate tournament and showed that I could do it. Because the faculty cares so much, it's like THEY'RE achieving goals when YOU achieve them.

I wrote for The Outlook for a few years. I also had a political radio show. There's just so much creative freedom here. The people who work here are down to earth and give you opportunities to succeed.”

Nick Fedele’11

BS Business Administration in Accounting; BS Business Administration in Finance

Nick Fedele knew he wanted to enter the business world, but he just could not find his niche. A double major in accounting and finance, he was gaining plenty of experience through the Leon Hess Business School, especially as an intern analyzing budgets at the U.S. Department of Defense. But it was not until one particular class that Nick finally discovered where his career was headed.

"After taking Professor [Douglas] Stives' Tax I class, I knew exactly what I wanted to do after graduation," Nick said. "He has an abundance of real-world experience that he is able to convey, and he really gave me a good insight into what a life in tax would be like."

For the last three years, Nick has lived that life in tax. After time spent at PricewaterhouseCoopers—one of the Big Four public accounting firms—he is now a CPA and senior tax accountant at WeiserMazars, LLP, a midsized firm in Edison, New Jersey.

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