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Montana State University Billings

Billings, Montana · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$39,531

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Graduation Rate

28%

Annual Tuition

$6,706

Quick answer

According to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data on USACollegeData.com (2024-25 College Scorecard release), graduates of Montana State University Billings earn a median of $44,296 ten years after entry — 18% below the national median. In-state tuition $6,706.

At a Glance

Total Students

2,710

Retention Rate

56%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

30%

Median Debt

$18,209

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Montana State University Billings is a public institution with 2,710 students. The university has a graduation rate of 28.4% and a retention rate of 55.7%. The in-state tuition is $6,706.

One year after graduation, alumni earn $43,777, with earnings of $39,531 five years after graduation and $44,296 ten years after graduation. The median debt for students is $18,209, and 29.6% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$40k

5 YEARS

$44k

10 YEARS

Top 72% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Montana State University Billings alumni earn a median salary of $43,777. However, five years after graduation, median earnings decrease to $39,531. Ten years after graduation, median earnings increase again to $44,296. The median debt for graduates is $18,209.

Montana State University Billings has a graduation rate of 28.4% and a retention rate of 55.7%. The university has a student body of 2,710 students. Approximately 29.6% of students receive financial aid.

Popular Programs

Top performing degrees based on enrollment and outcome data.

Business/Commerce, General

Graduates 143 / yr
Median Salary $44,082

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Graduates 63 / yr
Median Salary $29,832

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing

Graduates 53 / yr
Median Salary $72,551

Health and Medical Administrative Services

Graduates 51 / yr
Median Salary $34,171

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

Graduates 51 / yr
Median Salary $35,132

Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions

Graduates 46 / yr
Median Salary $46,827

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Graduates 32 / yr
Median Salary $39,422

Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication

Graduates 27 / yr
Median Salary $39,666

Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions

Graduates 26 / yr
Median Salary $55,736

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $55,918

Curriculum and Instruction

Graduates 24 / yr
Median Salary $49,430

Student Counseling and Personnel Services

Graduates 21 / yr
Median Salary $48,789

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies

Graduates 19 / yr
Median Salary $47,702

Electromechanical Instrumentation and Maintenance Technologies/Technicians

Graduates 14 / yr
Median Salary $68,144

Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants

Graduates 13 / yr
Median Salary $48,257

Precision Metal Working

Graduates 11 / yr
Median Salary $41,875

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Campus Location

Billings, Montana

Billings, MT 59101-0298

Montana State University Billings is located in Billings, Montana. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

In-state tuition is $6,706 and out-of-state tuition is $21,347 per year.