Montana State University (MSU) is a four-year, public school located in Bozeman, MT. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The MSU's 2024 tuition & fees is $8,083 for Montana residents and $31,337 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 99% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,742.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 16,681 and the students to faculty ratio is 18 to 1 (5.56%).
MSU's acceptance rate is 86.83% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 19.05%. The median SAT scores is 1160 and the ACT socre is 23.
MSU ranked 150th in National Universities and 1st in Montana Colleges rankings. Montana State University is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Montana State University is $8,083 for in-state students and $31,337 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $7,313 for in-state students and $24,863 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,455 for Montana residents and $33,171 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $7,659 for Montana residents and $26,368 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,083 | $31,337 |
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| Graduate | $7,313 | $24,863 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $8,455 | $33,171 |
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| Graduate | $7,659 | $26,368 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Montana State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at MSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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