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Rocky Mountain College

PrivateCity: Midsize

About Rocky Mountain College

Overview, location, and what makes it stand out

Rocky Mountain College is a private university in Billings, MT. It has a 75.2% acceptance rate and a 45.8% graduation rate, serving approximately 834 students.

Founded

1878

Location

Billings, Montana

Students

1,021

Institution

Private

Known For

Liberal ArtsAviation

Key Stats

A quick snapshot of what matters most

Acceptance Rate

69.6%

Moderately selective

Graduation Rate

48.4%

Below national average

Tuition

$35,582

Per year

Avg Net Price

$19,751

After financial aid

SAT Average

1083

Out of 1600

Median Earnings

$49,036

10 years after enrollment

Admissions

How competitive is getting in?

Selectivity

Highly CompetitiveOpen Admission
69.6%

Selective

69.6 out of 100 applicants get in

How to Apply

Test Policy

Test Optional

Application Fee

$35

Early

N/A

Deadline

Rolling

Rocky Mountain College accepts 69.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.

SAT Scores

1083/ 1600

850750650550450350
405
Math: 405
488
R&W: 488
25th
568
Math: 568
565
R&W: 565
75th
Math
Reading & Writing

ACT Scores

22/ 36

393429231813
18
25th: 18
25th
22
Avg: 22
Avg
24
75th: 24
75th
25th Percentile
Average
75th Percentile

Academics

How strong is the academic experience?

Student Success

Low GraduationHigh Graduation
48.4%

Below Average

48.4% complete their degree within six years

Retention

69.1%

4-Year Grad

41%

6-Year Grad

52%

Teaching Quality

13:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

Full-Time

93.5%

$/Student

$11.7K

Class Size

Medium

The 41% graduation rate is below average, but 69.1% 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

$35,582

Annual Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals

Room & Board

$10,152

Books & Supplies

$1,400

Total Cost of Attendance

$46,093

After Financial Aid

$19,751

Average Net Price

Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships

Net Price (family income <$30K)

$15,404

Receive Grants

31.1%

Take Loans

54.7%

The total cost of attendance runs about $46,093/yr, including $10,152 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,751.

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 Rocky Mountain College fund their education.

While in School

31.1%

Get Grants

Free money

54.7%

Take Loans

Must repay

$62,012

Median Family Income

After Graduation

$26,000

Median Debt at Graduation

Total federal loan balance when students graduate

$276/mo

Monthly Payment

0%

Low

Default Rate

The $26,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $49K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.

Student Body

Diversity, gender, and enrollment

From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Rocky Mountain College.

Gender

45.4%

Female

/

55%

Male

Female to Male Ratio

Race & Ethnicity

69.2%
9.3%
6.4%
6.1%
5.4%
0.2%
White
Hispanic
Multiracial
International
Black
Asian

Enrollment

840

Undergraduate Students

Student Profile

181

Graduates

31.5%

First-Gen

21 yrs

Avg Age

6.1%

Age 25+

The campus has a balanced gender split (45% women, 55% men). 31.5% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 6.1% international students add diversity to the campus.

Campus Life

What it's like to be a student here

Campus Setting

RuralCity
City: Midsize

City: Midsize

Campus Quick Facts

840

Students

private

Institution

Small

Campus Size

Master's

Classification

What This College Offers

Semester calendar

Study Abroad

Yes

AP Credit

Yes

Teacher Cert

Yes

ROTC

Yes

Evening College

No

Online Programs

Yes

Job Placement

Yes

Career Counseling

Yes

Sports & Athletics

How seriously this college takes sport

Rocky Mountain College fields 7 varsity teams with 439 student athletes, about 52% of the student body.

Division

NAIA

Division I

Conference

Frontier

The league its teams compete in

Varsity Sports

7

Biggest: Football

Student Athletes

439

52% of the student body

Athletes by Gender

62% / 38%

272

Men

/

167

Women

6

Men's Teams

6

Women's Teams

Biggest Teams

MenWomen
135
Football
102
Track & XC
64
Basketball
56
Soccer
30
Volleyball

Every Varsity Team

Football135Track & Cross Country102Basketball64Soccer56Volleyball30Golf28Skiing24

After Graduation

What can you earn with this degree?

How much do graduates of Rocky Mountain Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.

Earnings Trajectory

$49,036

Median Earnings · 10 Years After

$42K
6yr
$43K
8yr
$49K
10yr

Popular Programs

Top 6

Air Transportation

$42K

33 grads

1yr Earnings

Business Administration, Management and Operations

$43K

23 grads

1yr Earnings

Biology, General

$28K

21 grads

1yr Earnings

Psychology, General

$30K

20 grads

1yr Earnings

Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness

$30K

14 grads

1yr Earnings

Natural Resources Conservation and Research

10 grads

Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $49K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rocky Mountain College

What is the acceptance rate at Rocky Mountain College?
Rocky Mountain College has an acceptance rate of 69.6%. Rocky Mountain College accepts 69.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
How much does Rocky Mountain College cost?
Tuition at Rocky Mountain College is $35,582 for in-state students and $35,582 for out-of-state students. The total cost of attendance runs about $46,093/yr, including $10,152 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,751.
What is the graduation rate at Rocky Mountain College?
Rocky Mountain College has a graduation rate of 48.4%. The 41% graduation rate is below average, but 69.1% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
How much do Rocky Mountain College graduates earn?
The median earnings for Rocky Mountain College graduates is $49,036 ten years after enrollment. Graduates earn about $42K six years out, growing to $49K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.

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.