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Montana State University

Bozeman, MT·Public·~82% acceptance

Montana State University is a public university based in Bozeman, MT. Admissions are accessible, with about 82% of applicants accepted. Students pay an average net price of about $22,499 per year after financial aid. About 57% of students graduate, and alumni earn a median of about $53,263 ten years after enrolling.

Average cost
$22,499/yr avg net price after aid
Full cost $25,905
Aid cuts ~$3,406/yr on average

Average across all aided students (U.S. College Scorecard). Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take the free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.

Deadlines
ED
EA
RD
Jul 1

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Admissions
GPA range3.38–3.88
SAT (middle 50%)1065–1285
ACT (middle 50%)21–27
Test policyTest optional
Programs
Computer Science
Data Science / Statistics
Information Systems / IT
Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Outcomes
57%
graduation rate
79%
freshman retention
$44,757
median earnings, 6yr
$53,263
median earnings, 10yr
Frequently asked questions
What is Montana State University's acceptance rate?
Montana State University admits about 82% of applicants.
How much does Montana State University cost?
At Montana State University, the average net price after aid is about $22,499 per year, and the full cost of attendance is about $25,905 per year before aid. Your actual price depends on your family's income. Take Blueprint's free Matchmaker for an estimate based on your numbers.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Montana State University?
The middle 50% of admitted students score 1065–1285 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT.
What are Montana State University's application deadlines?
Montana State University's deadline is Regular Decision around Jul 1. Always confirm exact dates on the school's official site.

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