Is Montclair State University a good company to work for?

Montclair State University has an overall rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on over 613 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 82% of employees would recommend working at Montclair State University to a friend and 46% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Montclair State University have been left by employees working as Graduate Research Assistant , Research Assistant and Graduate Assistant .

Does Montclair State University pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Montclair State University employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Montclair State University. This rating has improved by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Montclair State University?

82% of Montclair State University employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Montclair State University 4.2 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.0 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Montclair State University?

Adjunct Professor (28) , Graduate Assistant (24) , Research Assistant (16) , Graduate Research Assistant (13) , Student Assistant (12) , Assistant Professor (11) , Resident Assistant (11) , Director (9) , Student Worker (9) , Associate Professor (7) , Program Assistant (7) , Administrative Assistant (6) , Graduate Teaching Assistant (6) , Graduate Student (5) , Lifeguard (5)

What are the pros of working at Montclair State University according to real employee reviews?

"Great people that you work with" ((in 48 reviews)); "The campus is beautiful and my department is very flexible" ((in 20 reviews)); "Very helpful and friendly staff" ((in 19 reviews)); "Good benefits" ((in 19 reviews)); "Great work environment." ((in 16 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Montclair State University according to real employee reviews?

"Stipend pay is low and you cannot survive off of it" ((in 45 reviews)); "Parking is expensive and inconvenient" ((in 17 reviews)); "Its not the best salary" ((in 10 reviews)); "could be better with communication" ((in 4 reviews))

What are the top reviewed Montclair State University locations?

Montclair , Upper Montclair , Jersey City , Newark , Paterson , New York , Bloomfield , Clifton , Little Falls , Montclair Heights , Hackettstown , Bridgewater , Edison , Elizabeth , Glen Rock , Irvington , Morristown , New Milford , Nutley , Succasunna , Teaneck , Wayne , Westwood , Woodbridge , New Paltz , West Nyack , San Diego , North Las Vegas

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4.3

82% would recommend to a friend

(511 total reviews)

Jonathan GS Koppell

61% approve of CEO

46% positive business outlook

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Montclair State University has an employee rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars, based on 511 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Montclair State University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

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511 reviews

5.0

Apr 1, 2025

Excellent Work/Life Balance

Academic advisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Work/life balance Hours Great management Strong benefits Competitive pay for Education Union Holidays and time off

Cons

Education does not pay very well Career advancement is available, but somewhat limited

4.0

Mar 22, 2025

Good place

Associate

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It a decent place to work. People are nice

Cons

Moving departments not that easy

4.0

Mar 21, 2025

MSU Employee

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great benefits, nice people, enjoyed working here

Cons

Parkings always a mess, you also have to pay for it

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