Cost Details
- In-State Tuition
- $6,269
- Out-of-State Tuition
- $19,385
- Average Net Price
- $14,164
- Students Receiving Financial Aid
- 29.7%
- Room & Board (On Campus)
- $7,026
- Room & Board (Off Campus)
- $7,026
- Books & Supplies
- $1,400
- Total Cost of Attendance
- $14,695
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,500
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $196/mo
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 63.5%
- Students Taking Federal Loans
- 28.0%
- Pell Grant Recipients
- 29.7%
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 | $11,283 |
| $30,001 – $48,000 | $11,704 |
| $48,001 – $75,000 | $14,599 |
| $75,001 – $110,000 | $17,049 |
| $110,001+ | $17,363 |
Cost Estimator
Cost Overview
Families at Montana State University-Northern pay far less than the sticker price suggests. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $11,283 per year, while those from wealthier families earning over $110,000 pay $17,363 annually. The average student pays $14,164 after financial aid, making a four-year degree cost about $56,656 total.
Most graduates leave with $18,500 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $196. That's manageable when you consider graduates earn a median of $49,505 ten years after college. Only 28% of students take federal loans, and 64% successfully repay them. In-state students get the best deal at $6,269 in tuition compared to $19,385 for out-of-state students. With 86% of students coming from Montana, this small university clearly serves local families who want an affordable college option close to home.
Most graduates leave with $18,500 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $196. That's manageable when you consider graduates earn a median of $49,505 ten years after college. Only 28% of students take federal loans, and 64% successfully repay them. In-state students get the best deal at $6,269 in tuition compared to $19,385 for out-of-state students. With 86% of students coming from Montana, this small university clearly serves local families who want an affordable college option close to home.
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