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What are your chances at Montana State University?

Bozeman, MT · Public · 14,451 students

82%admitted
82.1% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 82 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1065–1285
400
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What Montana State University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$22,499
per year, after grants · sticker $25,905
Median earnings
$53,263
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
57.1%
finish within six years
Median debt
$22,500
at graduation · about $239/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$17,797
$30,000 – $48,000$18,570
$48,000 – $75,000$21,977
$75,000 – $110,000$24,732
Over $110,000$25,905

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Montana State University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Montana State University

Montana State University accepts about 82.1% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1065 and 1285 on the SAT, or 21–27 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.