University of Providence Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Providence is a private research university in Great Falls, Montana, enrolling about 528 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 50.28% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $48,296 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $30,448
- 2024 Average Net Price: $17,649 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 50.28% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 528 88.6% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 27.94%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 40.0%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 5.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price decrease of 8.1% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 50.0%
- Average SAT Score: 980
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 763
- Applicants (IPEDS): 324
- Room & Board: $11,284 annual estimate
University of Providence: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Providence, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Providence?
University of Providence is located in Great Falls, MT (ZIP 59405-4996).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is University of Providence public or private?
University of Providence is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Providence cost?
Published tuition: $30,448.
Average net price after aid: $17,649.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $14,257 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $11,616 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,802 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,545 |
| $110,001+ | $20,676 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $121,792.
How hard is it to get into University of Providence?
Admission rate: 50.28%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 980 and midpoint ACT 20.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Providence?
Total enrollment: 528 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 763 students.
Graduate enrollment: 173 students.
About 89% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Providence?
150%-time completion rate: 27.94%.
First-year retention: 72.2%.
What do graduates of University of Providence earn?
Median earnings: $37,734 six years after entry; $48,296 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,750.
32.92% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Providence known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (76 completions)
- Pre-Nursing Studies (28 completions)
- Medical/Clinical Assistant (26 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (22 completions)
- Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other (21 completions)
- Counseling Psychology (14 completions)
- Psychology, General (13 completions)
- Exercise Science and Kinesiology (12 completions)
- Pharmacy Technician/Assistant (12 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (9 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Providence a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 50.28%; completion rate 27.94%; median earnings $48,296 at 10 years; net price $17,649. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$30,448
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Providence was $30,448.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$17,649
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Providence had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $17,649.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$70,596 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$17,649 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$121,792 4-Year Tuition
$11,284 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$1,000 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$42,732 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$170,928 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Providence.
Financial Aid by Income Level
32.92% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
48.22% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at University of Providence was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for University of Providence in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $20,960 | $20,960 | $17,188 |
| 2014 | $21,556 | $21,556 | $19,726 |
| 2015 | $22,170 | $22,170 | $18,176 |
| 2016 | $23,534 | $23,534 | $20,479 |
| 2017 | $24,440 | $24,440 | $20,235 |
| 2018 | $25,168 | $25,168 | $20,355 |
| 2019 | $26,242 | $26,242 | $22,096 |
| 2020 | $26,662 | $26,662 | $25,103 |
| 2021 | $26,812 | $26,812 | $23,473 |
| 2022 | $27,606 | $27,606 | $22,750 |
| 2023 | $29,018 | $29,018 | $20,907 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
50.28% Acceptance Rate
324 Total Applicants
208 Students Admitted
116 First-Time Students Enrolled
55.77% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution is selective, accepting about half of all applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 980
ACT Average: 20
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment & Student Demographics
University of Providence reported total enrollment of about 528 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 40% male and 60% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (74.1%), Black or African American (5.7%), and Hispanic or Latino (4.9%). About 32.92% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 40.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
88.6% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Providence in 2024 is 528 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 763 students. Graduate enrollment is about 173 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
72.2%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 74.1%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
20.74% 100% Completion Time
27.94% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 20.74% of students graduating from University of Providence completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 16% male / 84% female
- Pre-Nursing Studies: 29% male / 71% female
- Medical/Clinical Assistant: 0% male / 100% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Providence.
Return on Investment
$18,750 Median Student Debt
$48,296 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
38.82% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
584.12% Return on Investment
3.9 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Providence.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 25 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 76 completions
2. Pre-Nursing Studies: 28 completions
3. Medical/Clinical Assistant: 26 completions
4. Business Administration and Management, General: 22 completions
5. Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other: 21 completions
6. Counseling Psychology: 14 completions
7. Psychology, General: 13 completions
8. Exercise Science and Kinesiology: 12 completions
9. Pharmacy Technician/Assistant: 12 completions
Most popular programs at University of Providence.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Providence graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Providence from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 50.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,450
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $10,820
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Providence is a private non-profit institution located in Great Falls, MT, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Pre-Nursing Studies, Medical/Clinical Assistant. Enrollment is approximately 528 students. Student body composition includes White (74.1%), Black or African American (5.7%), Hispanic or Latino (4.9%). The admission rate is 50.28%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 980. The 150%-time completion rate is 27.94%. Approximately 32.92% of students receive Pell Grants. About 40.0% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Great Falls, MT 59405-4996
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 27.94% graduation rate at University of Providence falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Providence located?
University of Providence is located in Great Falls, MT.
What is University of Providence's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Providence is 50.3% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 324 applicants and 208 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Providence cost?
Reported tuition is $30,448 and average net price is $17,649 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,284 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Providence?
University of Providence reports undergraduate enrollment of about 763 students, White (74.1%), Black or African American (5.7%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Providence?
About 40.0% of students at University of Providence are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Providence?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Providence reports midpoint SAT about 980 and midpoint ACT about 20.
What do graduates of University of Providence earn?
Median earnings are $37,734 six years after entry and $48,296 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Providence?
The 150%-time completion rate is 27.9% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Providence students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,750.
Is University of Providence public or private?
University of Providence is a private nonprofit institution located in Great Falls, MT.
Is University of Providence an HBCU?
No. University of Providence is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Providence a tribal college?
No. University of Providence is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
- Montana college costs
- Montana colleges by ROI
- Great Falls, Montana city profile
- Rocky Mountains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Montana
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.