The Presidential Scholars Program invests in the intellectual growth and success of New Jersey's youth, recognizing the state's high-achieving students and helping them make the most of their undergraduate experience. Fewer than 10% of Montclair State's incoming class is invited to become a part of this exclusive community of scholars.

Amanda "Ducky" Quesada became a sister of the Phi Sigma Sigma sorority in Fall 2010. She lit up the room with her smile and had the biggest heart. She was diagnosed with Primary Pulmonary Hypertension when she was one. PPH is a rare lung disease which leads to the narrowing of the blood vessels of the lungs. Doctors had told her that she was not expected to live past the age of 10, but Amanda was a fighter and she proved them all wrong. Her dream was to attend college and she always had her heart set on attending Montclair State University, even as a young child. She pursued that dream and became the first person in her family to attend college. Unfortunately, Amanda passed away on July 22nd, 2014 at the age of 22. Amanda was an integral part of Montclair State's campus community. She had such an amazing passion for our school and demonstrated school pride like none other. She truly touched the lives of everyone she met and left a lasting impression on them. The "Amanda Quesada Memorial Scholarship" is to be awarded to a student who demonstrates unbelievable school spirit and has given back to the community by participating in volunteer work and philanthropic endeavors.

This scholarship is intended for non-traditional or veteran students.

This award is intended for full-time students who have maintained a high standard of excellence in their academic endeavors. Awards are based on academic achievement, campus community involvement, and leadership experience.

This award is intended for students who are residents and have demonstrated a great amount of Red Hawk Pride.

Montclair State University is a proud participant in the NJ Scholar Corps program, inviting New Jersey students who are studying out of state to come home, complete their studies, and help rebuild and revitalize their home communities and their home state. #NJComeHome

Montclair State University is pleased to recognize students who completed the requirements for graduation during the Summer Semester of the 2019/2020 academic year.

Montclair State University congratulates undergraduate and graduate students who completed their academic degrees in May 2020.

Montclair State University is pleased to welcome the newest members of the Red Hawk family for the Fall 2020 semester.

Montclair State has enlisted students to become Community Health Ambassadors to teach their peers about our COVID-19 safety guidelines. The Ambassadors are strategically stationed across campus to encourage other students to wear face coverings, practice social distancing, and do all the things that are helping keep our campus community safe.

The Carpe Diem Award is awarded to graduating seniors with a 3.3 GPA or above who exemplify what it means to be a Montclair State University Student Leader. The Carpe Diem Award is the highest award presented to students.

Montclair State University congratulates Red Hawks named to the Spring 2020 Dean's List who excelled during an unprecedented semester--including a transition to online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Dean's List, issued after the close of the Fall and Spring semesters by the academic deans, gives recognition to students with a 3.500 or higher semester GPA if a minimum of 12 credits is earned in courses that contribute to the GPA and if there are no IN (incomplete) grades for that semester.

Recipients are selected by class year based upon campus involvement, academics and leadership, and must have a 2.75 GPA or above.

Montclair State University congratulates more than 5,000 students named to the Fall 2019 Dean's List. The Dean's List, issued after the close of the Fall and Spring semesters by the academic deans, gives recognition to students with a 3.500 or higher semester GPA if a minimum of 12 credits is earned in courses that contribute to the GPA and if there are no IN (incomplete) grades for that semester.