For those interested in studying in Montana, we have a very useful list. We selected the best Montana institutions for prospective students. Please know that rankings are based on academic research, alumni reviews, graduation rates, as well as assessment from peer colleges. On the page, you will find major admissions stats such as acceptance rate, tuition fees, average SAT scores for each ranked college or university.
| Rankings | Schools |
| 1 | Montana State University: Bozeman (Bozeman, MT) Tuition: in-state: $6,749, out-of-state: $20,018 Total enrollment: 14,153 Fall 2011 acceptance rate: 60.2% Average freshman retention rate: 73% 6-year graduation rate: 51% Classes with under 20 students: 41.9% SAT/ACT 25th-75th percentile: 21-27 |
| 2 | University of Montana (Missoula, MT) Tuition: in-state: $6,216, out-of-state: $21,806 Total enrollment: 12,866 Fall 2011 acceptance rate: 81.8% Average freshman retention rate: 73% 6-year graduation rate: 48% Classes with under 20 students: 47.3% SAT/ACT 25th-75th percentile: 21-26 |
