Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $6,706
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $21,347
- Average Net Price
- $15,044
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 26.5%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $9,800
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $9,800
- Books & Supplies
- $1,700
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $18,206
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,209
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $193/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 58.6%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 29.6%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 26.5%
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 – $30,000 | $12,147 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $13,297 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $15,803 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $18,067 |
| $110,001+ | $18,473 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Most families pay around $15,044 annually after aid at Montana State University Billings. Lower-income families ($0-30K) pay just $12,147, while high earners ($110K+) face nearly the full $18,473. Over four years, total costs range from $48,588 to $73,892 depending on family income.
The 28.20% six-year graduation rate means many students accumulate debt without finishing. Graduates carry a median $18,209 in loans, translating to $193 monthly payments. With median earnings of $44,296 ten years out, loan payments consume about 5% of income. The 58.58% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle financially after leaving.
In-state students get the strongest value proposition here. They represent 89.68% of enrollment and benefit from Montana's subsidized tuition. Out-of-state students face the full $21,347 sticker price with limited institutional aid, making this primarily a local option.
The 28.20% six-year graduation rate means many students accumulate debt without finishing. Graduates carry a median $18,209 in loans, translating to $193 monthly payments. With median earnings of $44,296 ten years out, loan payments consume about 5% of income. The 58.58% loan repayment rate suggests many struggle financially after leaving.
In-state students get the strongest value proposition here. They represent 89.68% of enrollment and benefit from Montana's subsidized tuition. Out-of-state students face the full $21,347 sticker price with limited institutional aid, making this primarily a local option.
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