Montana State University Billings (MSU Billings)
Public four-year university in Billings, MT that costs an average of $15,630 a year after financial aid and graduates 31% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$15,630
Acceptance rate
Open
Graduation rate
31%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$48,199
PublicMidsize city2,626 undergraduates
Cost of MSU Billings
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $19,195 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $7,689 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $23,311 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $9,920 |
| Books and supplies | $1,470 |
| Average net price after aid | $15,630 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $12,965 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $12,833 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $14,403 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $17,310 |
| $110,001+ | $19,125 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with MSU Billings's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | Open admission (everyone admitted) |
|---|
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 31% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 56% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $45,858 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $48,199 |
| Rank in Montana (earnings) | 8th of 9 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $17,750 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $202 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 28% |
| Students with federal loans | 26% |
Majors and programs at MSU Billings
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (31)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 45 | $72,039 | $15,873 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 19 | $58,737 | — |
| Business/Commerce | 233 | $51,143 | $18,750 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 20 | $49,563 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 70 | $44,740 | $15,749 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 36 | $42,719 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 65 | $39,847 | $25,000 |
| Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management | 7 | — | — |
| Biological and Physical Sciences | — | — | — |
| Biology | 20 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 4 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 31 | — | $22,750 |
| Communication and Media Studies | 7 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 31 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 16 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 16 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | — | — | — |
| History | 8 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 2 | — | — |
| Microbiological Sciences and Immunology | 6 | — | — |
| Music | 5 | — | — |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | 14 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 3 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 9 | — | — |
| Psychology | 39 | — | $21,370 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 18 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 13 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | — | — |
| Sociology | 20 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 14 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 31 | — | — |
Certificate programs (9)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 37 | $37,098 | $9,350 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 7 | — | — |
| Carpenters | 3 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | — | — | — |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 3 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | 29 | — | $14,954 |
| Precision Metal Working | 8 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 4 | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (18)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 76 | $81,614 | $17,875 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 7 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 52 | — | $11,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 31 | — | — |
| Business/Commerce | 11 | — | — |
| Carpenters | 7 | — | — |
| Computer Programming | 10 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 11 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 7 | — | — |
| Electromechanical Technologies/Technicians | 22 | — | — |
| Energy Systems Technologies/Technicians | 9 | — | — |
| Fire Protection | 8 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 3 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services | 6 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 39 | — | — |
| Precision Metal Working | 31 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 3 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 39 | — | — |
Master's degree programs (11)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 51 | $58,007 | $40,429 |
| Special Education and Teaching | 43 | $52,431 | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 39 | $47,515 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | 9 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 48 | — | $32,582 |
| Education | 14 | — | — |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 19 | — | — |
| Psychology | 6 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 13 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 1 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 11 | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (2)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | 1 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 1 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Montana
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana Technological University | Butte | $17,205 | 91% | $59,491 |
| The University of Montana-Western | Dillon | $19,481 | 100% | $47,501 |
| Carroll College | Helena | $26,295 | 71% | $66,371 |
| The University of Montana | Missoula | $21,302 | 96% | $48,823 |
| Rocky Mountain College | Billings | $21,679 | 70% | $54,124 |
| Montana State University-Northern | Havre | $14,686 | — | $52,907 |
| University of Providence | Great Falls | $21,492 | 50% | $51,419 |
| Montana State University | Bozeman | $23,106 | 82% | $59,536 |
About MSU Billings
| Type | Public four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Billings, MT |
| Setting | Midsize city |
| Undergraduates | 2,626 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities |
| Website | msubillings.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
How much does MSU Billings cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $19,195 a year (tuition and fees: $7,689 in-state, $23,311 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $15,630 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $12,965.
How much do MSU Billings graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $48,199 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 8th of 9 similar colleges in Montana. The best-paid bachelor's program is registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing ($72,039 a year after graduation).
What is MSU Billings's graduation rate?
31% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 56% of first-year students return for a second year.