Montana State University-Northern
About Montana State University-Northern
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Montana State University-Northern is located in Havre, MT. Tuition is $5,955 per year, serving approximately 816 students.
Founded
1929
Location
Havre, Montana
Students
808
Institution
Public
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
41.1%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$6,982
Out-of-state: $21,875
Avg Net Price
$12,664
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$49,505
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
41.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
63.9%
4-Year Grad
24%
6-Year Grad
35%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$10.4K
Class Size
Medium
The 24% graduation rate is below average, but 63.9% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$6,982
In-State
$21,875
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$7,384
Books & Supplies
$1,400
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,578
After Financial Aid
$12,664
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$9,940
Receive Grants
33.1%
Take Loans
29.3%
The full cost of attendance is about $16,578/yr for in-state students, including $7,384 for room and board. After aid, most pay around $12,664. Out-of-state tuition jumps to $21,875.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Montana State University-Northern fund their education.
While in School
33.1%
Get Grants
Free money
29.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,266
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,500
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$196/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 29.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $18,500. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Montana State University-Northern.
Gender
40.2%
Female
60%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
761
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
47
Graduates
34.4%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
21.6%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 60% of the student body. 34.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
761
Students
public
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Montana State University-Northern fields 7 varsity teams with 192 student athletes, about 25% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Frontier
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
192
25% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
78% / 22%
149
Men
43
Women
6
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Montana State University-Northernearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$49,505
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians
—
23 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$77K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$43K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
—
12 grads
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
—
7 grads
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $50K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.