Is Montana State University worth it?
Montana State University is a public, four-year institution in Bozeman, Montana (small city). It awarded 3,634 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, business and mechanical engineering.
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Median earnings 1 year after
$44,828
Median earnings 4 years after
$65,157
Median earnings 10 years after
$53,263
Average net price
$22,499
Completion rate
57%
Completions (2024)
3,634
Years to pay back
1.4 years
Students (undergrad)
14,451
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $71,915 | $76,146 | 331 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | $48,164 | $71,578 | 237 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $31,910 | $52,702 | 171 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $68,469 | $88,653 | 157 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $66,918 | $111,728 | 105 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $37,501 | $45,523 | 105 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $29,435 | $50,711 | 98 |
| Chemical Engineering | Bachelor's | $62,206 | $87,590 | 86 |
| Civil Engineering | Bachelor's | $67,373 | $82,785 | 78 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $28,928 | $53,623 | 76 |
| Sociology | Bachelor's | $36,595 | $48,273 | 76 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | Bachelor's | $32,265 | $46,741 | 72 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $30,380 | $45,975 | 60 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's | $38,576 | $46,657 | 58 |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | Bachelor's | $29,608 | $45,300 | 58 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 374 |
| Business/Commerce, General | Bachelor's | 364 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 147 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | 143 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 129 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 109 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 99 |
| General Studies | Associate | 72 |
| Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology | Bachelor's | 65 |
| Art/Art Studies, General | Bachelor's | 62 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 18% | 6,793 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 18% | 6,787 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 16% | 5,841 |
| Manufacturing | 7% | 2,713 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 2,588 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 2,222 |
| Construction | 6% | 2,183 |
| Public Administration | 5% | 1,866 |
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Sources: federal figures for Montana State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Montana. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page