New Jersey is more than the birthplace of Bruce Springsteen and the threshold of New York City and Philadelphia – the state is packed with bustling cities, rustic farming communities, towering mountains, and azure ocean beaches. Exciting adventures are mere footsteps from Monmouth University’s campus.
Weather
The maritime climate gives the Monmouth University campus weather the best of both worlds – warm summer sun perfect for beach days gives way to cooler days that offer opportunities for winter recreation.
- New Jersey State Climatologist
- New Jersey Weather – WeatherNJ.com
Travel
While helpful, a car isn’t essential to travel to and from Monmouth University. America’s most extensive transportation network crosses New Jersey, allowing easy access to major cities like New York and Philadelphia and regional airports by train, ferry, and bus.
- New Jersey Skylands Visitor Guide
- NJ Transit
- SeaStreak Ferry Service
- Ferry Transportation – Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
- NJ Travel & Tourism Home Page
Outside
Monmouth University is proud of its lush, green campus – but New Jersey has plenty of natural beauty and outdoor activities to enjoy, with many convenient to campus.
- Gateway National Recreation Area – Sandy Hook Unit
- Allaire State Park
- Monmouth Battlefield State Park
- Cheesequake State Park
- Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park
Music Links in New Jersey
New Jersey is the locus for great modern music, from the doo-wop sound pioneered by Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons to the Jonas Brothers, the state’s musical history is still being written. Asbury Park, long considered the Mecca for Jersey Shore musicians, lies just a few miles from campus.
Businesses in New Jersey
New Jersey’s thriving commercial economy offer a wealth of shopping options, and at the shopping centers and downtowns near Monmouth University’s great location, there is a storefront for every need.
- State of New Jersey Business Information
- New Jersey Economic Development Authority
- Monmouth Mall
- Pier Village
Fun and Entertainment in New Jersey
With a calendar full of on-campus activities, Monmouth University offers plenty of fun – but if the wanderlust strikes, the surrounding area contains world-class museums, concert venues, and sprawling theme parks.
- Amusement Parks
- Entertainment/Events
- Museums
- Additional Points of Interest