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Montana State University
Bozeman, MTPublicCity Setting
Open Admission • 82% Acceptance
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Overview & Identity
Montana State University is a public institution located in the city setting of Bozeman, MT. The university supports an undergraduate student body of 14.5K students and has an admission acceptance rate of 82%.
Quick Facts
Institution Type
Public
Student Population
14.5K (Large)
Admissions Selectivity
82% (Open Admission)
Predominant Degree
Bachelor's
Locale / Setting
City
Admissions & Academics
Admitted Student Scores
SAT Reading540 - 645
200typical 50% range800
SAT Math525 - 640
200typical 50% range800
ACT Composite21 - 27
1typical 50% range36
82%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
Top Majors & Programs
Business & Marketing14% of degrees
Health Sciences13% of degrees
Engineering13% of degrees
Biological Sciences8% of degrees
Social Sciences5% of degrees
Programs / Fields of Study
Program
Credential
Earnings 4yr
Earnings 5yr
Debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Doctoral Degree
Earnings 4yr: $126,894
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Computer Science.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $111,728
Earnings 5yr: $126,082
Debt: $22,500
Computer Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $99,411
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $30,500
Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $98,331
Earnings 5yr: $92,667
Debt: $20,995
Accounting and Related Services.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $92,689
Earnings 5yr: $91,099
Debt: N/A
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $89,002
Earnings 5yr: $89,788
Debt: $27,044
Mechanical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,653
Earnings 5yr: $92,132
Debt: $25,011
Industrial Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $88,087
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: $26,000
Chemical Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $87,590
Earnings 5yr: $82,446
Debt: $25,130
Architectural Sciences and Technology.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $87,162
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $83,329
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Civil Engineering.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $82,785
Earnings 5yr: $76,388
Debt: $21,031
Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $80,089
Earnings 5yr: $81,914
Debt: $27,500
Agricultural Business and Management.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $79,621
Earnings 5yr: $53,351
Debt: $20,000
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $76,146
Earnings 5yr: $72,739
Debt: $28,000
Air Transportation.
Credential: Associate's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $74,026
Earnings 5yr: N/A
Debt: N/A
Architecture.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,784
Earnings 5yr: $67,746
Debt: N/A
Business/Commerce, General.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $71,578
Earnings 5yr: $68,260
Debt: $23,000
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Credential: Master's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $70,130
Earnings 5yr: $81,680
Debt: N/A
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences.
Credential: Bachelor's Degree
Earnings 4yr: $66,498
Earnings 5yr: $69,621
Debt: $23,625
Tuition & Cost Portrait
Avg Net Price$22,499
In-State Tuition$8,460
Out-of-State Tuition$33,287
Net Price DifferentiatorAverage Net Price is what typical families actually pay out of pocket after receiving federal, state, and institutional grants and scholarships. It provides a more accurate metric of affordability than the sticker tuition.
Financial Assistance & Support
16%
Pell Grants
31%
Take Loans
69%
Repayment
Student Outcomes & ROI
Earnings Milestones Post-Graduation
6 Years Post-Entry
$44,757
+19% growth
10 Years Post-Entry
$53,263
Completion Signals
57%
Graduation Rate
4-Year Completion
79%
Retention Rate
1st-to-2nd Year Return
Median Debt at Graduation
$13,748
Est. Monthly Payment
$148/mo
Based on standard 10yr path
Campus & Demographics
Student Demographics & Community
Diversity Mix
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Gender Balance
54%
Men47%
WomenThe campus gender distribution displays a split of 54% men and 47% women.
Student Vitals
First-Gen Share
23%
Part-Time Share
11%
Avg Family Income
$73,865
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