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$4,311Tuition
568Students
35%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$32,725Earnings
#12 in MontanaPublic4-yearData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$4,311
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,583
Average Net Price
$9,002
Students Receiving Financial Aid
58.0%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$7,020
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$7,020
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$12,831
Median Debt at Graduation
$12,923
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$137/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
37.1%
Students Taking Federal Loans
19.5%
Pell Grant Recipients
58.0%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $8,263
$30,001 – $48,000 $8,954
$48,001 – $75,000 $11,660
$75,001 – $110,000 $11,987

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Cost Overview

Most families pay around $9,002 annually after financial aid, though costs vary dramatically by income. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $8,263 per year, while those from higher-income families ($75,000-$110,000) face nearly $12,000 annually. Over four years, expect total costs between $33,000 and $48,000. This tribal college keeps expenses remarkably low compared to traditional universities.

Graduates typically leave with $12,923 in debt, resulting in monthly payments of $137. With median earnings of $32,725 ten years after graduation, loan payments consume about 5% of income. The 90% employment rate reflects strong job placement in the region. Nearly 60% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating the school primarily serves low-income families. Students from the Flathead Indian Reservation and other tribal communities get the best financial deal here, combining affordable education with culturally relevant programming.

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