Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
86.83%
SAT Average
1,154
ACT Range
20-27
Montana State University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 86.83%. This means approximately 868 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 14,472 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
86.83%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,083 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $31,337 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,779 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $20,593 | State avg: $13,344. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 16.73% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 32.44% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Montana State University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$31,337
Room and board
$13,446
Books and supplies
$1,450
Other expenses
$3,692
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,779
Average net price
$20,593
Average aid coverage
13%
$3,186 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Montana State University pays approximately $20,593 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Montana average of $13,344 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Montana State University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Montana and national averages.
Montana State University net price
$20,593
Montana average
$13,344
National average
$17,506
Montana State University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $31,337 and average net price at $20,593. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$31,337
Current net price
$20,593
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
57.35%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$53,263
Undergraduates
14,472
10-Year Median Earnings - Montana State University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Montana State University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Montana State University?
Undergraduates
14,472
Completion rate
57.35%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
16.73%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
32.44%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 16.73% of Montana State University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 32.44% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Montana State University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Montana State University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Montana State University lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Montana State University is listed at Montana State University, Bozeman, MT 59717. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare Montana State University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana State University | 86.83% | $31,337 | $20,593 | $53,263 |
| Carroll College | 72.64% | $40,352 | $24,842 | $61,772 |
| Highlands College of Montana Tech | Not available | $10,370 | $12,184 | $54,329 |
| Montana Technological University | 89.90% | $24,730 | $16,240 | $54,329 |
| Montana State University-Northern | Not available | $19,385 | $14,164 | $49,505 |
Similar Schools in Bozeman
This local cluster focuses on nearby Bozeman schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Bozeman.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montana State University's acceptance rate?
Montana State University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 86.83%.
How much is Montana State University tuition?
Montana State University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $31,337.
What is Montana State University's average net price?
Montana State University's average net price in the local dataset is $20,593.
What is Montana State University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $53,263 for Montana State University.
Is Montana State University accredited?
Montana State University's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend Montana State University?
The local dataset lists 14,472 undergraduate students at Montana State University.
What percentage of Montana State University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Montana State University in the local dataset is 16.73%.
What is the federal loan rate at Montana State University?
The federal loan rate for Montana State University in the local dataset is 32.44%.
Where should I verify Montana State University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Montana State University or the latest official federal education data.