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Montana State University-Northern offers the state's most affordable interdisciplinary degree at $14,164 net price, while Carroll College costs $24,842 despite strong outcomes. The $10,678 gap between cheapest and most expensive reflects Montana's mix of public accessibility and private premium options. These flexible degree programs align well with Montana's agricultural technology sector and growing renewable energy industry, where employers value graduates who can bridge multiple fields of knowledge.
5
Programs
$14,164 – $24,842
Net Price Range
46.3%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,164 $6,269 42.3%
2 $15,044 $6,706 28.2%
3 $16,669 $6,430 49.5% 36.3%
4 $17,118 $8,152 45.4% 95.4%
5 $24,842 $40,352 66.3% 78.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the dramatic cost difference between Montana's cheapest and most expensive interdisciplinary programs?

Montana State University-Northern charges $14,164 net price compared to Carroll College's $24,842, a difference of $10,678 annually. The gap reflects public versus private funding models, with Northern serving a rural community in Havre while Carroll operates as a private institution in the state capital.

How do graduation rates vary among Montana's affordable interdisciplinary programs?

Carroll College leads with 66.3% graduation rate despite highest costs, while Montana State University Billings shows 28.2% completion. The University of Montana-Western achieves 49.5% graduation rate at $16,669 net price, demonstrating solid outcomes at moderate cost.

Where do Montana's interdisciplinary graduates find the best career opportunities?

Billings and Missoula offer the strongest job markets for interdisciplinary graduates, with energy companies and tech startups seeking versatile problem-solvers. Montana's agricultural technology sector also values graduates who understand both business and science applications.

Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.