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- If you are looking to apply or commit to Montclair State University, watch this video first! Today I am sharing my top 5 pros and cons of Montclair State University.
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The best thing about MSU for me is sitting on the grass. It’s always the feeling of being outdoors and doing my assignments, especially during broad daylight, that keeps me sane.
I always loved the nice warm days when campus was super busy and everyone was outside!
I agree with the part where you talked about the staff. I haven’t had issues with the food staff, but more like with the administration staff. It’s also the reason why I don’t tend to call but just go straight in person to ask them. 😆
100% agree with the wind!! I've been here 4 years now and I'm still not used to it! Also highly recommend going to freeman for food, the staff are really sweet over there.
The few times I’ve trudged down there, they were very nice! (I need to remember that it’s an option haha)
@@marinasaburova Haha yeah it's a bit of a walk if you live on the other side of campus
I attended MSU back in 2016-2018. For me personally it didn’t feel like “home”. 100% agree with the communication issues. I transfer to a community college and it was the BEST decision for me and I graduated this semester.
Congrats!
Hi Am Rachel from Ghana and applying for MSW 2023 summer , thanks ur video has been helpful
Wow I never knew they had an ice skating rink....nice
I wouldn't mind going here since it's a nice campus and the staff and pupils there are very friendly.
Yeppp parking is rough...just gotta give yourself ample time to find a spot and walk to class (I struggled 😅)
You get your exercise in tho!
Thanks, forthright and helpful. I guess the proximity to NYC is negated by the lack of weekend trains.
No problem! You can also take the bus, it’s less convenient perhaps but still not too far!
Hi, I’m studying at Kean university, major in International Business. I don’t know if I should transfer to Montclair since it is more recognized . What do you think?
It's funny to me that I live in NJ and have friends who go to MSU and not once did I realize that The Montclair-Boonton line doesn't run on weekends to MSU. I guess it's true that you learn something new every day.
Not having the trains running on the weekends was one of the reasons why I decided not to move to Montclair.
@lv-lvr6660 it def killed the vibe, couldn’t go anywhere on the weekends and you got classes on weekdays
This vid was so helpful!! What do you major in?
Yay! I'm majoring in Comp Sci
Yes thinking about applying this fall! Any tips?
Getting into Montclair is super easy. I wouldn’t even worry about it. My one tip is to go for a major that you actually care about. Do something you love. Don’t make the same mistake I did...
I’m a little ways away from college, graduating in Dec. 2022 but my friend and I are seriously considering Montclair. Do you have any tips for students that plan to live off campus?
Traffic and parking is rough, definitely leave extra early especially when you’re new. Definitely participate in orgs, it’ll help you make friends and feel more college-y
Wow ...please do s video on decorating ...your room is absolutely beautiful...and dreamy ...
Thank you! It’s on the list 😉
@@marinasaburova wow thanks...cant wait to watch! You have great style and it looks so cozy and dreamy ...very beautiful...
hii! so i’m looking into auditioning to major in musical theater at MSU. do you think that the MT majors are more close knit because you mentioned since it’s a commuter school the bonds are not as strong, but do you think that the MT program would be different? thank you so much!
Yes! I was always a bit jealous of them ahaha. The arts are really good at MSU I think
I have an updated version of this video: what I LIKE about MSU: ua-cam.com/video/9-S0Ryqy_4k/v-deo.html And what I HATE about MSU: ua-cam.com/video/k1D8cixo9ac/v-deo.html Check it out next!
And the 175 fee for parking per semester and having campus tours in dorms with no social distancing in a pandemic. I had the guy who does burgers in Sam's yell at me because he was deaf. They give attitudes like what did I do?
The food staff for sure do have some kind of attitude. Every time I go there it’s like there deaf. I would have to repeat myself so many times. I literally have to like semi yell for them to hear me. Another thing I hate is that they for some reason don’t like to cancel classes. I remember there were like two days where snow storms occurred and they didn’t even cancel class. I was like wtf. The second time the snow storm occurred they cancelled class while I was in my morning lecture. I commute so it’s even worse. I’m like if ur gonna announce class is cancelled than cancel it the day before and not when I’m already in my class on campus.
Yeah!! I remember those storms, they were very bad 😬
The biggest problem is that the main road is a big loop causing lots of traffic.
I went to caldwell University and my cousin went to msu we never got a chance to hangout even though schools were so close to each other. Also Montclair has shit parking its always so hard to get to valley road
The Parking is quite horrible 😅
Hello, I’m from NYC and I was wondering if it’s worth going to Montclair. With how much everything is. Great video 💗🥹ty(I want to live in campus)
Hey! It definitely depends on your personal preference. Now that I’m graduated I am SO glad I stayed in state because I have much less debt than those that went out of state. But that depends on things like scholarships too!
Montclair is a commuter school so seeing out of state students was definitely a bit rare and unusual… and everyone leaves for the weekend so campus was super boring. You’re not too far so you can always visit home on the weekends though. (Except the train doesn’t run on the weekends so you’d need to take the bus)
It really depends on what you’re looking for but I personally don’t think Montclair is worth paying more money for, if you’ve got a cheaper option. Everything is pretty average about this school so you wouldn’t be missing out on much
hi marina......if you have a loan do you start making payments while in school or after when all done and finished ? thanks
That depends on the loan you take
Hi, this is from South Korea! I'm applying for musical theater in the 2023 fall semester. No one really mentioned about how's life in there specifically, so this video was really really helpful!! BTW, how is the food in there like cafeteria and dining options?? Thank u :)
The food isn’t very good 😬😬 but I guess it’s kinda personal preference
@@marinasaburova what kind of restaurants ? all fast food ?
Yeah, pretty much. You can find salads and less greasy foods but they are less common. Hopefully there are more options now, hopefully back to the pre-COVID ones.
@@marinasaburova Oh ok thank you Marina for your info. My son is a freshman for fall. I assume the Bohn hHall is where he will be staying.
Hii!! Im from NY and lived in SK for a bit! Montclair is close to korean-based cities (Fort Lee and Fairview has a fair amount of korean stores). They arent very far
Hi Marina, I am currently doing my MBA in WP. But possibly I am transferring to Montclair. Do you have any suggestions ? I hope I can make some friends there…
If you want to make friends, definitely join clubs or make an effort to talk to your classmates. Its not very easy at MSU because everyone just minds their own business. But if you just constantly put yourself out there it is possible
as a major comuter school the parking is still really bad
I'm applying to MSU as an exchange student (for my 3rd year) mainly because it's close to NYC and I love that city. The campus looks beautiful to me but it seems like a lot of people are saying they wasted their time there :(
I’ve noticed that the general population seems a bit unhappy here. I think it’s mostly cause it’s a commuter school and it lacks the sense of community. But it’s all about your mindset and perspective!
@@marinasaburova Makes sense! I just hope I will like it :)
Careful. Getting to the city still takes 90 minutes. Train station is closed on the weekends as well. During the week you have to hop on the train and transfer at Newark penn
If you wanna be close to NYC i would say just go there, there are good SUNY and CUNY schools!!
@@MC_1993 it only takes around 50 mins, and it’s a straight ride just no trains to/from nyc on the weekends
Hiii. i’m wondering if housing is difficult to attain after freshman year. Also, do you have an estimate of how expensive tuition/room & board is if you’re an out-of-state student ?
hi! I never had any problems getting housing. If I remember correctly, the more credits you have the earlier you can pick. Just pick as soon as your time slot to get the most options. I'm not sure about the tuition for out of state, but room&board was around $5-6k when I went (in or out of state doesn't matter). I think they have the housing costs on their website for each specific room so you can try searching that
Do you think community life is better in colleges that are in suburban settings? Typically, outside of Florida, NY, or California. For example, Wichita State University, Iowa State University, South Dakota State University. Do you think studying at these places might give a better experience?
Hmm, I don’t know if it’s better, but it’s definitely different. Probably a bit cozier, maybe life is a a bit slower-paced.
Montclair is right by NYC so I always feel like people are rude and just trying to move on
Wow, don’t bash my New York City where I was born and bred. New Yorkers are some of the warmest, kindest, funniest smartest people I have ever met and I have traveled the world I would say about 95% of the time it’s a more positive experience that you just stated right here, people rude, and just wanting to MoveOn even when I’m in a rush, I help people and like I said New York are born and bred. I think that your experience generally reflects what you bring to the table as well and if you’re expecting something negative, then you get something negative.
Thanks. Are the career centre and career fairs good? Do NYC employers visit MSU?
Is it a party school? I would love if it is.
Career fairs aren’t great tbh, at least not the ones I went to. Definitely not a party school, there is no sense of community here. Everyone goes home and parties with their high school friends instead
@@marinasaburova All of them go to their homes on weekend....or just most of them.....I mean, their might be some left on the campus....Do graduate students live in the same dorm buildings with undergrads or they have separate dorms for graduate ones.....Thanks for ur earlier reply... :)
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Hey Marina, thanks for the video. I am an international student I'll be coming to MSU for the Spring 2025 intake. Does MSU have international students?
Yes they do
Do you think it’s worth it to go here as an out of state student? Or it’s best for in-state students?
I think it’s not really worth it for out of state… most people leave home for the weekend and I would imagine it might get lonely for out of state students. There’s no feeling of community here
I just found this video a year later since just got accepted, but i been wondering are there specific dorms for freshmen or is it random?
So if it’s all still the same (I’m guessing it is) then you have a few options as a freshman. You can pick between 3-4 dorms. Bohn hall is for freshmen only. There is also Blanton and the Heights. Those two are for everyone and freshmen are allowed. I think if you’re a music major there is also Freeman as an option. So you can choose! It’s not random, but some of the dorms are for upperclassmen only. Also they do fill up, so the sooner you pick the more options you have. Hope this helps!
Hey Marina. I'm currently applying to music schools in the US. I was reading about MSU on Reddit, and a student mentioned that the assault and rape rates are high in MSU dorms. Is that true? I'm hesitating honestly because that's scary. 😶
I haven’t heard of such things, but I went to MSU during COVID and they literally never allowed guests at all, it was very strict. I think this stuff happens at every college though, unfortunately
It’s true, and people have been arrested from there for distributing over 70 vids of cp
And the school doesn’t really do much in regards to repercussions
hi! my friend and i are incoming freshmen and are thinking of dorming together. would we be able to do so even though we're of opposite sex?
I think there’s something called “gender inclusive housing” which lets you do that. Not 100% sure how it works, but it’s there!
I GO THERE TOO SIS
Hiii :) on this wednesday I have a interview with MSU.I was wondering if you have any tips.I would appreciated so much.Thank you
Ooh congrats! I actually was never interviewed so I don’t have much experience, but just be yourself and be confident ✨
omg that wind is so loud! wow
So loud... and painful
I'm 200ibs that wind blows me out of my feet
I know right! It’s wild
Hi ..😊
I have applied MSU for the fall season 2024. But i am little bit worrid about job facilities .Could you please tell me , can i find part time job in New Jersey ..?
I will take my first two samester tuition fees from my family . In the second year of my bechelor degree ,can i manage my tuition fees from part time job ..?
Congrats! Sure, try looking for jobs on campus or nearby. Check online ☺️
My brother goes to Montclair State University and he is in the same year as you
Oh sweet! Maybe I’ve seen him around
@marina Saburova Any idea on how is the MS in nutrition science course in Mt Clair?? Do they have Career fairs?
Hey- I’m not sure about the masters. They do have career fairs
is Montclair worth it? Their tuition is pretty pricey, do you think going to community college first would help then transfer to msu?
It’s not worth it... looking back, I would have gone to community college to save money. (Except I do really love the people I’ve met so I wouldn’t change that.)
my roomie and I both said today how they put in a lot of effort to make MSU look cool and awesome, but it’s not all that. It’s not BAD, just not the same as their ads make it seem
@@marinasaburova as a freshman in this school, I genuinely feel the same way.
hi im planning on applying here im nervous how my experience will go from NY to NJ how much would change?
I don’t think it would be that different! You’re probably all good 😁
Hi, I am from India and I am thinking to apply at MSU for MBA. Can u tell about the staff and teachers. And is it good to live on-campus or off-campus. Thank you
I’ve heard good things about business. I would recommend living on campus for international students, since it is pretty difficult to navigate the area without a car and you would feel more included in campus life
Biggest con I’ve seen is the scheduling and advising. Gen Ed biology courses will be scheduled during the week… like 9 am to 2 pm… 2 to 3 days a week. So you can’t even work a day Job. These classes are also taken immediately when they open. The school prefers not to have night classes for some reason. It’s horrible. Too many rules at Montclair state, go elsewhere believe me.
Just wanted to post an update about my feelings on MSU. I cannot recommend for anyone to commit to this school. Right now, their COVID policies are ridiculous. They are taking away our freedom. The real problem is, however, that they are being hypocritical about it. They are blaming us for their wrongdoings and are being unprofessional. I'm going to make a video about this soon with more detail, but I am currently deeply disappointed in how they are treating students.
Can you explain the covid polices?
Sure. We do a temp check when entering the dorms, no guests are allowed, and we fill out a survey called “HawkCheck” daily which checks our symptoms. Covid PCR testing every other week, the week opposite we do two rapid tests. The food hours are limited, half of them are closed. There aren’t many events going on around campus
Do you feel like Montclair has treated their students like this even before the pandemic?
No, in my (limited) experience before the pandemic I loved it there!
@@marinasaburova are only students that are dorming doing the covid tests every other week or also the commuters?
I wonder if the staff takes out on the students the bad feelings for the people over them (administration); are they treated bad and paid poorly?
could be... hmmm
they definitely have communication issues both responding to emails and calls especially when you have pressing questions + class schedulings its quite difficult 😩
aww i'm sorry, i hoped they improved by now, but i guess not :(
Should I consider transferring to Montclair after I complete my two years of community college? I will have to dorm if I do go, and this wouldn't be until 2023
It’s definitely something to consider! I would recommend checking out some different schools and considering your options. Do you want to find a home/community, or do you want to just go to school and sorta get by?
@@marinasaburova Home/community. I definitely want to enjoy my time at MSU whether that be joining clubs, joining a frat, or going to sporting events. I don't want to be there only for education, there's other things I want to do. Rutgers - New Brunswick is also on my list
Oh okay yeah! I’m the same way. Montclair isn’t as huge on community because it’s a commuter school, but you can still find a home here too. Rutgers is way more spirited and stuff
Me too
Did you get the COVID vaccine?
No, not yet
@@marinasaburova Do you plan to take the vaccine?
Yeah, for sure
omg i had no idea they had an ice rink
It’s probably my favorite thing about this place!
Do you know if the vaccine will be mandatory for Fall 2021 semester?
no idea... if they're legally allowed to force the vaccine they will though (depending on state/country laws)
The official answer is yes. they just emailed us.
Do they be having parties ?
Nope not really! If you want parties go to Rutgers
Hi ..I got the admit today in MSU for masters in CS. What would you suggest ? Any improvements there ??
I’m honestly not sure about masters!
@@marinasaburova it's okay dear...thank you
Hi, I would like to apply for the cs master's program at MSU, could you plz tell me how you feel about this program and the university?😆
Is university provide full funding scholarship..?
I haven’t met anyone with a full scholarship yet, and I don’t have one
MSU c/o 2011 💕
I’m a senior at Montclair. I can’t believe I wasted my college career there. Being a commuter there is terrible.
Being a commuter doesn’t seem fun at all
@@marinasaburova yeah not so great. But at least lots of people are in the same boat as me lol
@@auroraborealis1060 I hate commuting there as well smh. I'm a junior there.
Are you thinking about coming to MSU? Let me know!
Hey I go to MSU too, question what camera and editing software do u use for UA-cam?
I use my phone (iPhone XS) for filming and Filmora X for editing
I just committed to MSU for fall '21 :)
Yay! Congrats
I’m thinking about coming to MSU. I got accepted into the nursing program. I also am interested in the science program of nursing doesn’t work out. Do you know what Montclair is known for?
Hii, I want you know how is local people near college and is there any students from India there and how much cost will we around if we stay outside the college
I am planning to apply for batches of 2022, I have some of the info. Do let me know if I can be of any help
@Bhoomika kapoor.... I'm also planing to apply for batches of 2022....
Can we be friends?
@@bhoomikakapoor8337 i am planning to apply for spring 2023…..i have few queries regarding the university..can we connect?!
lmao yall went to a school with a 91% acceptance rate IMAGINE. Ill be going to Princeton University one of the most prestigious colleges out there thank you very much plebians
Congrats!
Did you receive any scholarships?
Yup! Montclair gave me the Presidential scholarship and I got a few from my town/high school as well
Hi, I'm a Nigerian, and I'm trynna apply to MSU, can you make a video on how to apply as an international aspirant? 🤲 That'd be helpful
It depends on the course you are looking to apply for. I’m Ghanaian I came here and applied for my masters with my degree from Ghana In less than a year.
I only wrote the toefl exam.
Some courses need the GRE. You will also need a transcript of evaluation by an approved evaluation service like WES or ECE. Some courses require specific GPA requirements.
You may need a personal statement explaining why you are in for the course and why you should be selected. You need recommendations from you lecturers or supervisors from work. They offer forms to apply for your visa as soon as you qualify. For that I think the embassy requires a sizable bank statement or a sponsor for fees. I don’t know if you have to pay a commitment fee to the school like other schools in Canada.
I am currently studying my masters in Molecular Biology.
@@abbyFrimps9398 thanks, I really appreciate the long response...I would love to talk to you on socials ( maybe Instagram) about this application stuff🙏🥺 but I'm trying to apply for an undergraduate program not Masters. I'm trying to apply there to get my Bachelor's degree! So your procedure might be a little bit different from mine since I'm applying for an undergraduate program! 😔
I’m very sorry, unfortunately I don’t have any socials.
Kindly go on the school website enter your details for undergraduate and someone will contact you and answer all your questions.
All the best ✌🏽
@@abbyFrimps9398 I've already done that, many thanks I appreciate you ❤️
@@abbyFrimps9398thanks for this reply. Wish to apply to the school but all the comments on this section is kind of discouraging. Please may I ask you some few questions.
How hard it' is get ADMISSION?
Are International students allowed to work while studying?
The environment, are there work opportunities there after graduation?
What are the things that will never make you regret school there?
Best,
Babatunde
where do visitors park ? thanks
Mostly at Red Hawk Parking Deck, but there are a few other lots too (paid, as well, harder to find a spot)
@@marinasaburova Got it thank you so much
Hi..please may i know if there are works for students on campus especially a masters' student?
On-campus work is pretty hard to find, you want to apply for fall jobs in the spring before you start
@@marinasaburova you mean if you're Planning to work in fall term, you will need to apply by spring and vice versa
What about off campus works that are near to campus,are there any?
@user-tn2gb2by4r yea, usually, although I’m sure there might be openings randomly too so you can always try. Off campus jobs are easy to find but you’ll probably need to take an Uber or bus. But you can work at the mall (the bus goes there straight from campus), or at a restaurant, or even online
How's the education tho? 👀
In my opinion, I think it’s neither worse nor better than most other nj schools. It’s been a lot of teaching myself, but I suspect it’s no different than other schools
I will say though, I’ve heard that the physics department isn’t great but performing arts is awesome
speak a bit about the parties please
there are none 🤷🏼♀️
@@marinasaburova really? is it that boring ?
Honestly… I feel like it’s hard to tell right now. I only had one semester here before covid happened. And once covid happened guests were strictly prohibited, not even family members were allowed! Even before covid guests were limited and they were pretty strict with all these rules.
Maybe off campus parties happened but because of covid I knew absolutely no one, so I didn’t go to any
@@marinasaburova could you maybe ask around and tell me what the vibe with parties is ? or maybe just tell me what you heard from friends about partying, i read online that there really aren't any
Ah well based off what I heard, Montclair is notorious for being a bad party school. I can ask around for more details but that’s the general consensus so far
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Kinda off topic, but BF tag?
AAAA stalker stalker! help 😂
@@marinasaburova oh nooo, Lol! Just a friend of Drew’s! 😂
I know I know 😂 welcome
Do we get part-time job?
They have part time jobs available but not everyone gets one. If you want one you need to apply and interview as usual
@@marinasaburova than can we go to other place to do part-time?
Yes of course. You can leave campus whenever you want
@@marinasaburova thank you😊
And also do we have any houses for students for rent in the locality?
There are definitely options around town but I don’t know how much they are. I’ve always lived on campus!
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Yesss please, thanks for the extra watch time!
ngl but the staff in Sam's place be hella rude like lol. Can I please get my omelet without you giving me attitude?
Omg exactly! They’re so mean
Really? Everytime I've gone there they were nice to me🤣
This school was whackkkk. The people there are soooo stuck up!
The cons Sam place
😂 I don’t think I’ve ever gone there and left without a stomach ache
@@marinasaburova come hungry leave gassy
I love Sam’s😭 especially the ice cream
Then they stopped having ice cream 😪
@@marinasaburova wait when?? I haven’t been on campus since March 2020.
This gets recommended to me after I submitted my deposit 🫠
Do they be having parties ?
nope