Montana State University Billings
Montana State University Billings is a public research university in Billings, Montana, serving roughly 2,626 students. Federal completion data covers about 61 program areas at this campus. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $44,296 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $7,280
- 2024 Average Net Price: $16,524 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 2,626 69.3% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 30.04%
Montana State University Billings: what the data shows
Common questions about Montana State University Billings, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Montana State University Billings?
Montana State University Billings is located in Billings, MT (ZIP 59101-0298).
NCES locale classification: Suburb.
Is Montana State University Billings public or private?
Montana State University Billings is a Public institution.
How much does Montana State University Billings cost?
Published tuition: $7,280 in-state, $22,897 out-of-state.
Average net price after aid: $16,524.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $13,927 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,387 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $16,749 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $18,948 |
| $110,001+ | $20,035 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $29,120.
How big is Montana State University Billings?
Total enrollment: 2,626 students.
About 69% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Montana State University Billings?
150%-time completion rate: 30.04%.
First-year retention: 55.6%.
What do graduates of Montana State University Billings earn?
Median earnings: $39,531 six years after entry; $44,296 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $18,209.
25.44% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Montana State University Billings known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (745 completions)
- Business Administration, Management, & Operations (125 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (55 completions)
- CIP 512399 (40 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (31 completions)
- Liberal Arts & Sciences (31 completions)
- CIP 131001 (28 completions)
- General Psychology (25 completions)
- Natural Resources Conservation and Research (22 completions)
- CIP 131101 (21 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Montana State University Billings a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show completion rate 30.04%; median earnings $44,296 at 10 years; net price $16,524. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$7,280
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Montana State University Billings was $7,280.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$16,524
2024 Value
In 2024 Montana State University Billings had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $16,524.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$66,096 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$16,524 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$29,120 4-Year In-State Tuition
$91,588 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 Montana State University Billings.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.44% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
28.31% 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 Montana State University Billings 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 Montana State University Billings 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 | $5,745 | $17,088 | $13,126 |
| 2014 | $5,780 | $17,466 | $13,054 |
| 2015 | $5,808 | $17,842 | $12,967 |
| 2016 | $5,826 | $18,216 | $13,827 |
| 2017 | $5,833 | $18,723 | $14,340 |
| 2018 | $5,928 | $19,246 | $14,005 |
| 2019 | $5,933 | $19,257 | $13,844 |
| 2020 | $5,980 | $19,310 | $14,036 |
| 2021 | $6,022 | $19,352 | $14,676 |
| 2022 | $6,198 | $19,924 | $14,484 |
| 2023 | $6,706 | $21,347 | $15,044 |
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
69.3% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Montana State University Billings in 2024 is 2,626 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
55.6%
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
16.53% 100% Completion Time
30.04% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 16.53% of students graduating from Montana State University Billings completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Montana State University Billings.
Return on Investment
$18,209 Median Student Debt
$44,296 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
41.11% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
570.18% Return on Investment
4.1 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Montana State University Billings.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Business Administration, Management, & Operations: 125 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 55 completions
CIP 51.2399: 40 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 31 completions
Liberal Arts & Sciences: 31 completions
CIP 13.1001: 28 completions
General Psychology: 25 completions
Natural Resources Conservation and Research: 22 completions
CIP 13.1101: 21 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 745 completions
Most popular programs at Montana State University Billings.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Montana State University Billings graduates.
About
Montana State University Billings is a public institution located in Billings, MT, offering 61 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 2,626 students. The institution maintains a 30.04% graduation rate. Approximately 25.44% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Public
Location
Billings, MT 59101-0298
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Graduation Rate Considerations: The 30.04% graduation rate at Montana State University Billings falls below the national average. Prospective students should carefully consider factors such as academic preparation, support services, and career outcomes when evaluating this institution.
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 61 distinct degree programs, Montana State University Billings provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Montana State University Billings cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $7,280 and average net price is $16,524 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Montana State University Billings earn?
Median earnings are $39,531 six years after entry and $44,296 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Montana State University Billings?
The 150%-time completion rate is 30.0% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Montana State University Billings students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $18,209.
How big is Montana State University Billings?
Total enrollment is about 2,626 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Montana State University Billings public or private?
Montana State University Billings is a public institution located in Billings, MT.
Is Montana State University Billings an HBCU?
No. Montana State University Billings is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Montana State University Billings a tribal college?
No. Montana State University Billings is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Montana State University Billings a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Montana State University Billings does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.0%).
Is Montana State University Billings religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Montana State University Billings 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.