Montana State University

Bozeman, MT • public • I

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Overview

Institution Type

public

Campus Setting

Urban (City: Small)

Student Population

Undergrad: 16,436 • Total: 18,998

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Bozeman, MT
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Website

www.montana.edu

Region

Rocky Mountains

Carnegie Classification

R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 8,652 (52.6%) • Female: 7,784 (47.4%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

86.8%

19,081 admitted from 21,975 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 530-640
Math: 530-630
Total: 1060-1270

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

20-27

Application Types Offered

RD —

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$38

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

Rolling:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

57.3%

4-Year Graduation Rate

34.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

78.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

In-State

$11,441

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Out-of-State

$35,926

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

In-state: $6,299
Out-of-state: $30,784

Room & Board

$1,450

Books & Supplies

$3,692

Students Receiving Pell Grants

16%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

I

Men's Sports (5)

Basketball (FCS) Football (FCS) Skiing (FCS) Tennis (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FCS)

Women's Sports (6)

Basketball Golf Skiing Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Montana State University

What is Montana State University's acceptance rate?

Montana State University accepts 87% of applicants, from 21,975 applications.

How much does Montana State University cost?

Tuition and fees are $6,299 in-state and $30,784 out-of-state.

What ACT score do you need for Montana State University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 20 and 27 on the ACT.

What is Montana State University's graduation rate?

57% of students graduate within six years.