Helena College University of Montana
Helena College University of Montana is a public community college in Helena, Montana, enrolling about 585 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. In-state tuition starts near $4,146 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $4,146
- 2024 Average Net Price: $11,593 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 585 56.1% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 33.33%
Helena College University of Montana: what the data shows
Common questions about Helena College University of Montana, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Helena College University of Montana?
Helena College University of Montana is located in Helena, MT (ZIP 59601).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Helena College University of Montana public or private?
Helena College University of Montana is a Public institution.
How much does Helena College University of Montana cost?
Published tuition: $4,146 in-state, $11,318 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $11,593.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $9,709 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $8,148 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $12,803 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $15,241 |
| $110,001+ | $15,485 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $16,584.
How big is Helena College University of Montana?
Total enrollment: 585 students.
About 56% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Helena College University of Montana?
150%-time completion rate: 33.33%.
First-year retention: 54.7%.
What do graduates of Helena College University of Montana earn?
Median earnings: $37,317 six years after entry; $40,738 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $14,580.
18.32% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Helena College University of Montana known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (271 completions)
- CIP 240102 (81 completions)
- CIP 470607 (32 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (31 completions)
- Welding Technology (18 completions)
- CIP 430203 (17 completions)
- CIP 470608 (16 completions)
- Medical Assistant (15 completions)
- CIP 520301 (15 completions)
- CIP 480501 (10 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Helena College University of Montana a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 33.33%; median earnings $40,738 at 10 years; net price $11,593. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$4,146
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Helena College University of Montana was $4,146.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$11,593
2024 Value
In 2024 Helena College University of Montana had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $11,593.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$46,372 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$11,593 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$16,584 4-Year In-State Tuition
$45,272 4-Year Out-of-State Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Helena College University of Montana.
Financial Aid by Income Level
18.32% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
17.37% 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 Helena College University of Montana 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 Helena College University of Montana 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 | $3,061 | $8,357 | $11,607 |
| 2014 | $3,061 | $8,357 | $11,956 |
| 2015 | $3,085 | $8,393 | $11,815 |
| 2016 | $3,109 | $8,409 | $11,568 |
| 2017 | $3,229 | $8,789 | $11,964 |
| 2018 | $3,359 | $9,187 | $11,240 |
| 2019 | $3,455 | $9,416 | $12,245 |
| 2020 | $3,507 | $9,600 | $11,920 |
| 2021 | $3,477 | $9,570 | $12,387 |
| 2022 | $3,590 | $9,863 | $11,120 |
| 2023 | $3,975 | $10,687 | $14,455 |
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.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
56.1% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Helena College University of Montana in 2024 is 585 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
54.7%
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.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
24.24% 100% Completion Time
33.33% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 24.24% of students graduating from Helena College University of Montana completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Helena College University of Montana.
Return on Investment
$14,580 Median Student Debt
$40,738 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
35.79% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
778.50% Return on Investment
3.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Helena College University of Montana.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 24.0102: 81 completions
CIP 47.0607: 32 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 31 completions
Welding Technology: 18 completions
CIP 43.0203: 17 completions
CIP 47.0608: 16 completions
Medical Assistant: 15 completions
CIP 52.0301: 15 completions
CIP 48.0501: 10 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 271 completions
Most popular programs at Helena College University of Montana.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Helena College University of Montana graduates.
About
Helena College University of Montana is a public institution located in Helena, MT, offering 17 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 585 students. The institution maintains a 33.33% graduation rate. Approximately 18.32% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Helena, MT 59601
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 33.33% graduation rate at Helena College University of Montana falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
FAQ
How much does Helena College University of Montana cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $4,146 and average net price is $11,593 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Helena College University of Montana earn?
Median earnings are $37,317 six years after entry and $40,738 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Helena College University of Montana?
The 150%-time completion rate is 33.3% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Helena College University of Montana students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $14,580.
How big is Helena College University of Montana?
Total enrollment is about 585 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Helena College University of Montana public or private?
Helena College University of Montana is a public institution located in Helena, MT.
Is Helena College University of Montana an HBCU?
No. Helena College University of Montana is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Helena College University of Montana a tribal college?
No. Helena College University of Montana is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Helena College University of Montana a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Helena College University of Montana does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.9%).
Is Helena College University of Montana religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Helena College University of Montana in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
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
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.