
Graduate Studies
Investing in your future is one of the best decisions you can make, and why we offer scholarships for most programs to make your graduate education at Monmouth more affordable. To get an idea of what your scholarship estimate might look like, you can inquire about your academic scholarship eligibility.
Schedule an appointment or contact us at 732-571-3452 or email us so we can help you through the admission process or answer any questions you may have.
$30k
Average Wage Increase for master’s degree earners *
$66k
Average Wage Increase for doctoral degree earners *
17%
Projected Job Growth through 2026 for master’s-level occupations. *
* According to “Employment outlook for graduate-level occupations”from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Approximately 70% of our students receive graduate scholarships Scholarships are based upon program, grade point average, and number of credits taken each semester.
* According to “Employment outlook for graduate-level occupations”from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Office of Graduate Admission
The Great Hall Room 201
Phone: (732) 571-3452
Email: gradadm@monmouth.edu
Doctoral Programs
- Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
- Doctor of Social Work (DSW)
Master’s Programs
Education
- Master of Education (MEd)
- Early Childhood Graduate Programs
- Educational Counseling Graduate Programs
- Educational Leadership Graduate Programs
- Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership
- English as a Second Language Graduate Programs
- Literacy (MSEd)
- Special Education Graduate Programs
- Speech-Language Pathology (MSEd)
- Supervisor of Educational Technology (MSEd)
- Teaching – Elementary and Secondary (MAT)
Humanities and Social Sciences
Nursing and Health Studies

Application Deadlines
The general application deadlines are May 1 for Summer, July 15 for Fall, and December 1 for Spring.
There are program-specific deadlines for Speech-Language Pathology (February 1), Physician Assistant (December 1), Occupational Therapy (March 15), and Social Work (July 15). These programs enroll one cohort per year.
Application deadlines for most MSN and Post-Master’s Nursing programs are July 15 for Fall, and December 1 for Spring. The Fall School Nursing application deadline is April 1. It is preferred that students begin each program in the fall or spring terms. Summer-start is limited. View Application Requirements.
Commitment to Graduate Studies
Our commitment to personalized post-baccalaureate learning and propelling your career further starts here. There are three core aspects to every graduate educational experience you can expect at Monmouth:
Personalized Faculty Interaction
Our students collaborate with faculty experts who are active scholars, practitioners, and engaged professionals in their fields, delivering advanced intellectual engagement, personal growth, and development of leadership expertise.
Flexible Programming
Whether on the main campus or at our Graduate Center just minutes away, students can be immersed in the field, online, and the classroom, our personalized approach to graduate education aims to meet each individual student’s needs.
Relevant Skills and Hands-on Training
To ensure our graduate students reach their highest career aspirations, our office works with colleagues in all six schools to ensure the most relevant skills and training are provided in our programs.
Accomplished professionals with a graduate degree will tell you that graduate education was among the most challenging and rewarding experiences of their lives. We invite you to become part of our Graduate Studies community at Monmouth University.
Office of Graduate Studies
The Great Hall Room 210
Delaine Sarraf
Assistant to the Director of Graduate Studies
Phone: 732-571-7550