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Cheapest Sociology Colleges in Montana

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

Montana State University Billings offers sociology students the state's lowest net cost at $15,044, creating an unusual advantage in a field where many graduates work in social services and nonprofit organizations throughout Montana's rural communities. The $9,798 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects Montana's mix of accessible public universities and smaller private colleges. With Montana's aging population and growing need for social workers in underserved areas, sociology graduates earning between $27,515 and $36,103 can make meaningful impacts while managing educational debt.
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Programs
$15,044 – $24,842
Net Price Range
$32,188
Avg. Program Earnings
48.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Sociology Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $15,044 $6,706 28.2%
2 $17,118 $8,152 45.4% 95.4%
3 $18,508 $33,252 46.7% 75.2%
4 $20,593 $8,083 57.3% 73.3%
5 $20,907 $29,018 46.7% 95.5%
6 $24,842 $40,352 66.3% 78.1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Montana State University Billings so affordable for sociology students?

MSU Billings combines a low in-state tuition of $6,706 with substantial financial aid, resulting in a net cost of just $15,044. The university's 28.20% graduation rate suggests students should plan carefully, but the affordability makes it accessible for first-generation college students common in Montana.

How do earnings compare between Montana's public and private sociology programs?

Montana State University in Bozeman leads with $36,103 in graduate earnings despite a mid-range net cost of $20,593. The University of Montana shows the lowest earnings at $27,515, while private Carroll College graduates earn $33,281 but pay $24,842 in net costs.

Is the graduation rate difference between schools significant for sociology majors?

Graduation rates vary dramatically from 28.20% at MSU Billings to 66.30% at Carroll College. Montana State University achieves a solid 57.30% rate while maintaining reasonable costs, making it attractive for students prioritizing both affordability and completion likelihood.

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