Monmouth University

What Monmouth University does

Monmouth University is an independent, private institution of higher education founded in 1933 and located in West Long Branch, New Jersey, approximately one mile from the Jersey Shore and one hour from New York City. The university offers more than 55 programs of study spanning 33 undergraduate programs, 23 master's programs, and 4 doctoral programs across schools including business, education, nursing, humanities, and science, supported by 300+ full-time faculty (69% tenured or tenure-track) at a 12:1 student-to-teacher ratio. The institution operates with no proprietary technology product; its core 'platform' is academic delivery, experiential education, study abroad, and 24 Division 1 athletics teams in the Coastal Athletic Association.

The university's revenue model is tuition-driven with three primary streams: subscription-style tuition and fees (with 99% of students receiving financial aid), private donations and grants (including foundation and government research funding), and transaction-based auxiliary services (housing, dining, bookstore, and conference services). Go-to-market is sales-led through traditional undergraduate and graduate admissions offices conducting direct recruitment, campus visits, and application processing. The institution is governed by a 32-member Board of Trustees and holds Middle States Commission on Higher Education accreditation alongside extensive federal regulatory compliance (FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, ADA, Section 504, FHWA).

Monmouth has strategically expanded beyond core academics through six named centers and institutes, most notably the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music — a $50 million, 30,000-square-foot facility opened in June 2026 housing nearly 48,000 artifacts from 47 countries, funded entirely through private donations. Other units include the Urban Coast Institute (partnered with New Jersey Resources on a $1.2M+ coastal climate initiative), the Kislak Real Estate Institute, the Center for Entrepreneurship, the Center for the Arts, and the Institute for Global Understanding. The university is ranked #13 Regional Universities North by US News, recognized by the Princeton Review for 19 consecutive years, and listed by Money Magazine and Billboard among top programs.

Name

Monmouth University

Legal name

Monmouth University

Website

https://monmouth.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1933

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Monmouth University is a private, independent institution of higher education in West Long Branch, New Jersey, founded in 1933, offering 55+ academic programs across undergraduate and graduate levels, serving a diverse student body with 99% receiving financial aid.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131), Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions (7121), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (611310)

akta.pro primary industry

Secular/Nonsectarian Liberal Arts Colleges (EDAHACAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Arts, Humanities & Creative Research Universities (EDAHABAG)

Keywords

• Higher education services
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Experiential learning
• Division 1 athletics

Headquarters

HQ city

West Long Branch

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition and fees: Primary revenue from undergraduate and graduate tuition, fees, and related educational services.
2. Private donations and grants: Revenue from private donations, foundation grants, and government research funding.
3. Auxiliary services: Revenue from auxiliary services including housing, dining, bookstore, and conference services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Monmouth University is an independent, comprehensive private institution of higher education delivering undergraduate (33 programs), master's (23 programs), and doctoral (4 programs) degrees across liberal arts, sciences, business, nursing, education, and professional fields. It also operates six named research and cultural centers and institutes, including the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, Urban Coast Institute, and Center for Entrepreneurship, alongside 24 NCAA Division 1 athletics programs.

Product overview

Monmouth University is an independent, comprehensive institution of higher education offering more than 55 programs of study across 33 undergraduate programs, 23 master's programs, and 4 doctoral programs. The university's portfolio includes six named centers and institutes (the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music, Urban Coast Institute, Center for the Arts, Institute for Global Understanding, Kislak Real Estate Institute, and Center for Entrepreneurship), along with experiential education, study abroad programs, and 24 Division 1 athletics teams. The institution is ranked among regional universities and offers bachelor's + master's combined degree programs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Undergraduate Programs 33 bachelor's degree programs across liberal arts, science, and professional fields for traditional first-time, full-time undergraduate students.
• Graduate Programs 23 master's programs and 4 doctoral programs offered across various schools and departments, with dedicated graduate admission counselors.
• Bachelor's + Master's Combination Programs Combined degree pathway allowing students to pursue a bachelor's and master's degree in an accelerated format.
• Experiential Education Hands-on learning opportunities including co-ops, internships, research, and experiential learning integrated with academic coursework.
• Study Abroad Programs International education programs offering students opportunities to study abroad at partner institutions worldwide.
• Athletics Programs 24 NCAA Division 1 sports teams competing in the Coastal Athletic Association (CAA), known as the Monmouth Hawks.
• Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music A $50 million, 30,000-square-foot cultural facility serving as the official home of the Bruce Springsteen Archives, with immersive exhibits, a 241-seat theater, and memorabilia from legendary artists. Expected to attract up to 50,000 visitors annually.
• Urban Coast Institute A research and policy center focused on coastal and ocean issues, supporting coastal climate initiatives and environmental stewardship programs including the New Jersey Resources Coastal Climate Initiative.
• Center for the Arts A center providing arts programming, exhibitions, and educational opportunities in visual and performing arts for the university community and public.
• Institute for Global Understanding An institute promoting international perspectives and cross-cultural understanding through academic programs and community engagement.
• Kislak Real Estate Institute A research and education center focused on real estate studies and industry partnerships.
• Center for Entrepreneurship A center supporting student entrepreneurship and startup ventures through mentorship, resources, and networking opportunities.
• Coastal Climate Initiative Environmental stewardship partnership funding habitat restoration and coastal resilience projects through Monmouth University's Urban Coast Institute.

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• New Jersey ResourcescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021New Jersey Resources' Coastal Climate Initiative partners with Monmouth University's Urban Coast Institute for environmental stewardship projects protecting New Jersey's coastal ecosystems. The initiative has committed over $1.2 million to date with Monmouth Conservation Foundation, Conserve Wildlife Foundation, New Jersey Audubon, Rutgers University, and Natural Resources Education Foundation.
• COOKFOX ArchitectscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCOOKFOX Architects designed the $50 million Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music at Monmouth University, a 30,000-square-foot facility dedicated to celebrating American music history.
• TorconcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTorcon served as the construction company for the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music project.
• PBS NewsHourminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPBS NewsHour co-anchor Geoff Bennett interviewed Bruce Springsteen about the opening of the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music. The conversation was produced as a half-hour special titled 'Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song' airing on PBS.
• Monmouth Conservation FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in New Jersey Resources' Coastal Climate Initiative, collaborating on habitat restoration and coastal ecosystem protection projects.
• Conserve Wildlife FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in Coastal Climate Initiative focusing on wildlife conservation efforts in New Jersey.
• New Jersey AudubonminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in Coastal Climate Initiative for habitat restoration and environmental education.
• Rutgers UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic partner in Coastal Climate Initiative collaborating on coastal research and environmental stewardship.
• Natural Resources Education FoundationminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization in Coastal Climate Initiative for nature-based climate solutions and environmental education.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Rider University: A private comprehensive university in Lawrenceville, NJ with comparable program mix (business, liberal arts, education) and similar enrollment scale. Direct peer in the NJ private regional university segment competing for the same prospective students.
• Fairleigh Dickinson University: Largest private university in NJ with multiple campuses and comparable program breadth including nursing, business, and liberal arts. Closest peer in scale and Northeast regional competition.
• Seton Hall University: Private Catholic research university in South Orange, NJ offering undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs across business, nursing, education, and arts. Direct NJ private competitor with graduate program depth similar to Monmouth.
• Saint Peter's University: Jesuit private university in Jersey City, NJ with comparable enrollment scale, urban-adjacent campus, and similar liberal arts / professional program mix. Direct peer in the NJ private university recruiting market.
• Hofstra University: Private university on Long Island, NY with comparable comprehensive programs (business, education, liberal arts, plus doctoral offerings) and similar Division I athletics footprint (CAA/Colonial-era conference overlap).
• Quinnipiac University: Private university in Hamden, CT with strong programs in business, nursing, health sciences, and communications. Comparable private comprehensive model with similar U.S. News Regional Universities North/South positioning.
• Sacred Heart University: Private Catholic university in Fairfield, CT with broad undergraduate/graduate program mix and strong doctoral offerings. Direct peer in the Northeast private regional segment competing for similar student demographics.
• Iona University: Private Catholic university in New Rochelle, NY offering business, liberal arts, and science programs with Division I athletics (MAAC). Similar comprehensive private peer in the NY/NJ/CT recruiting geography.
• Marist University: Private comprehensive university in Poughkeepsie, NY with strong business, communications, and liberal arts programs plus graduate and doctoral offerings. Comparable Northeast private peer with similar program breadth and brand positioning.
• Rider University: Listed again with priority — Rider is one of the closest analog peers in the NJ private regional university category, competing directly with Monmouth in undergraduate recruitment and program portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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