Montana State University at Northern
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Montana State University at Northern
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Montana State University at Northern is a small public university located on a rural campus in Havre, Montana. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 982, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 100%. The university offers 19 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 42%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,496, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $17,096.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresRecommended
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRecommended
Letter of recommendationNot required or recommended
High school GPARecommended
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
64%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
67%
Unknown
5%
Black
2%
Hispanic
5%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
18%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
%
Socio-economic diversity
43% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
8
Total Online Enrollment
649
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.64% online, 36% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
78% On-campus
22% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate17% online
Bachelor's32% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,496 | $17,096 |
| Graduate | $5,742 | $18,686 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,400 |
| On-campus room and board | $7,026 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,200 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $7,026 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,200 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $3,200 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $16,122 | $28,722 |
| Off-campus without family | $16,122 | $28,722 |
| Off-campus with family | $9,096 | $21,696 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
45%
State Grant Aid
9%
Institution Grant Aid
45%
Pell Grant
43%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$19k
Average student debtafter graduation
$37k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Rodeo
- Track Field Xcountry
- Wrestling
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 8 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 9 | Mechanic And Repair Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 11 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 12 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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