Montana State University Billings: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #3937 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #1101 of 2,597 | In North America |
| #1028 of 2,496 | In the United States |
| #4 of 12 | In Montana |
| #1 of 2 | In Billings |
| #3150 of 4,645 | For Education Majors |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 100%
- Undergraduates
- 3,881
- Graduates
- 248
- Male:Female Ratio
- 36:64
- Control
- Public
- Highest Degree
- Master's degree
- Website
- msubillings.edu
Montana State University Billings Acceptance rate and admissions statistics
Montana State University Billings has an acceptance rate of 100% and is among the 23% of the easiest universities to gain admission to in the United States. The university reports the admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students.
1,495 students enrolled in some distance education courses.
958 enrolled exclusively in distance education.
Admissions requirements
Montana State University Billings has an open admission policy (non-competitive). The only requirement is a certificate of attendance or a highschool diploma or a General Educational Development certificate.
Enrollment demographics by race or ethnicity
| White | 3155 (79%) |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 305 (8%) |
| Two or more races | 252 (6%) |
| Race or Ethnicity unknown | 78 (2%) |
| Nonresident Alien | 70 (2%) |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 64 (2%) |
| Asian | 41 (1%) |
| Black or African American | 32 (0.8%) |
| Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander | 10 (0.2%) |
Costs per year: Tuition, Housing, Fees
The final cost of attendance varies for each student based on household income, residency, program, and other factors.
- Average aid awarded
- $7,313
- Students receiving aid
- 92%
Tuition and fees
| Undergraduates | Graduates | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition in-district | $4,997 | $6,676 |
| Tuition in-state | $4,997 | $6,676 |
| Tuition out-of-state | $20,468 | $23,040 |
| Fee in-district | $2,283 | $2,223 |
| Fee in-state | $2,283 | $2,223 |
| Fee out-of-state | $2,429 | $2,369 |
Room and board costs
| Dormitory capacity | 552 |
|---|---|
| Combined charge for room and board | $9,260 |
| Room charge | $4,884 |
| Meal charge | $4,376 |
Montana State University Billings majors
Montana State University Billings has granted 353 bachelor's degrees across 35 programs and 136 master's across 10 programs. Below is a table with majors that lead to degrees at Montana State University Billings.
| Major | Associate | Bachelor | Master |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business & Commerce, General | 5 | 111 | |
| Registered Nursing & Registered Nurse | 38 | 17 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other | 8 | 32 | |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences & Liberal Studies | 31 | ||
| Special Education and Teaching, General | 5 | 22 | |
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 26 | ||
| Psychology, General | 20 | 5 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 22 | ||
| Counselor Education & School Counseling and Guidance Services | 21 | ||
| General Studies | 19 | ||
| Criminal Justice & Safety Studies | 3 | 14 | |
| Community Psychology | 16 | ||
| Emergency Medical Technology & Technician (EMT Paramedic) | 15 | ||
| Office Management and Supervision | 15 | ||
| Radiologic Technology & Science - Radiographer | 13 | ||
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education & Fitness, General | 13 | ||
| Biology & Biological Sciences, General | 11 | ||
| Electromechanical Technologies & Technicians, Other | 11 | ||
| Multi- & Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 11 | ||
| Diesel Mechanics Technology & Technician | 10 | ||
| Health & Health Care Administration & Management | 2 | 8 | |
| Welding Technology & Welder | 10 | ||
| Education, General | 9 | ||
| Environmental Studies | 8 | ||
| Autobody & Collision and Repair Technology & Technician | 7 | ||
| Computer Programming & Programmer, General | 7 | ||
| English Language and Literature, General | 7 | ||
| Reading Teacher Education | 7 | ||
| Athletic Training & Trainer | 6 | ||
| Carpentry & Carpenter | 6 | ||
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 6 | ||
| Organizational Communication, General | 6 | ||
| Public Relations & Image Management | 2 | 4 | |
| Automobile & Automotive Mechanics Technology & Technician | 5 | ||
| Fine & Studio Arts, General | 5 | ||
| Fire Prevention and Safety Technology & Technician | 5 | ||
| Physical Education Teaching and Coaching | 4 | ||
| Political Science and Government, General | 4 | ||
| Accounting Technology & Technician and Bookkeeping | 3 | ||
| Chemistry, General | 3 | ||
| English & Language Arts Teacher Education | 3 | ||
| History, General | 3 | ||
| Mass Communication & Media Studies | 3 | ||
| Medical Insurance Coding Specialist & Coder | 3 | ||
| Microbiology, General | 3 | ||
| Music Performance, General | 3 | ||
| Sociology, General | 3 | ||
| Art & Art Studies, General | 2 | ||
| History Teacher Education | 2 | ||
| Human Resources Management & Personnel Administration, General | 2 | ||
| Music Management | 2 | ||
| Accounting and Related Services, Other | 1 | ||
| Art Teacher Education | 1 | ||
| Mathematics, General | 1 | ||
| Music Teacher Education | 1 | ||
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies | 1 | ||
| Science Teacher Education & General Science Teacher Education | 1 | ||
| Grand Total | 184 | 353 | 136 |
Montana State University Billings has a graduation rate of 30%, which is among the 11% lowest for universities in the US.
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Graduation rate | 30% | 33% | 28% |
| |||
Publications & Citations
Montana State University Billings has published 755 scientific papers with 10,184 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Environmental Science, Political Science, Law, Sociology, Medicine, Biology, Psychology, Computer Science, and Philosophy.
Publication / Citation count by topic
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 | 22 |
| 1994 | 5 | 11 |
| 1995 | 6 | 18 |
| 1996 | 21 | 22 |
| 1997 | 12 | 20 |
| 1998 | 17 | 30 |
| 1999 | 10 | 29 |
| 2000 | 15 | 46 |
| 2001 | 11 | 61 |
| 2002 | 15 | 77 |
| 2003 | 15 | 114 |
| 2004 | 10 | 76 |
| 2005 | 17 | 94 |
| 2006 | 22 | 121 |
| 2007 | 21 | 127 |
| 2008 | 23 | 184 |
| 2009 | 15 | 238 |
| 2010 | 16 | 240 |
| 2011 | 17 | 288 |
| 2012 | 29 | 297 |
| 2013 | 15 | 359 |
| 2014 | 29 | 421 |
| 2015 | 31 | 411 |
| 2016 | 29 | 492 |
| 2017 | 35 | 448 |
| 2018 | 31 | 546 |
| 2019 | 34 | 670 |
| 2020 | 45 | 775 |
| 2021 | 31 | 817 |
| 2022 | 35 | 758 |
| 2023 | 33 | 845 |
| 2024 | 33 | 697 |
| 2025 | 17 | 665 |
Notable alumni
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Judy Martz
- Occupations
- beauty pageant contestantpoliticianspeed skater
- Biography
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Judith Helen Martz was an American politician, businesswoman, and Olympian speed skater who served as the 22nd governor of Montana from 2001 to 2005. A member of the Republican Party, she was the first woman to hold the office. She previously served as the 31st Lieutenant Governor of Montana from 1997 to 2001 under the governorship of Marc Racicot.
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Denny Rehberg
- Enrolled in Montana State University Billings
- Studied in 1973-1974
- Occupations
- husbandry workerpolitician
- Biography
-
Dennis Ray Rehberg is an American rancher, cattle and cashmere farmer, and retired Republican politician. He served as the lieutenant governor of Montana from 1991 to 1997 and as the U.S. representative for Montana's at-large congressional district from 2001 to 2013. Rehberg was the Republican nominee for the United States Senate in 1996 and 2012, losing to Democratic incumbents Max Baucus 50% to 45% and Jon Tester 49% to 45%, respectively. He subsequently became a co-chairman at Mercury, a Washington D.C. lobbying firm. In 2024, Rehberg ran for Congress in Montana's 2nd congressional district, but was defeated in the Republican primary.
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Allan J. McDonald
- Enrolled in Montana State University Billings
- 1955-1957 graduated with associate degree in engineering
- Occupations
- chemical engineerengineer
- Biography
-
Allan James McDonald was an American engineer, aerospace consultant, author and the director of the Space Shuttle Solid Rocket Motor Project for Morton-Thiokol, a NASA subcontractor. In January 1986, he refused to sign off on a launch of the Space Shuttle Challenger which then broke apart 73 seconds into flight; all seven astronauts on board were killed. McDonald had told NASA, after he had refused to sign for the launch authorization, but his boss at Thiokol did:
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Kristin Korb
- Occupations
- jazz musicianuniversity teachersingerdouble-bassist
- Biography
-
Kristin Korb is an American jazz double bassist and vocalist.
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Melony G. Griffith
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Melony Ghee Griffith is an American politician who was a member of the Maryland Senate representing District 25 in Prince George's County from 2019 until her resignation on October 31, 2023. She previously served as president pro tempore of the Maryland Senate from 2020 to 2023, and as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1999 to 2015.
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Susan P. Watters
- Occupations
- lawyerjudge
- Biography
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Susan Pamela Watters is an American attorney serving as a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Montana. She is the first female judge to serve in the District of Montana.
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Monica Lindeen
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
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Monica Lindeen is an American politician who served as the Montana State Auditor. She was elected in 2008 and re-elected in 2012. Due to term limits, she was ineligible to run again in 2016, and became a candidate for Montana Secretary of State.
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Charles E. Erdmann
- Enrolled in Montana State University Billings
- Graduated with Bachelor of Science
- Occupations
- judgemilitary officer
- Biography
-
Charles Edgar "Chip" Erdmann is a Senior judge of the United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces. His term began on October 15, 2002, and expired on July 31, 2017.
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James Franklin Battin
- Occupations
- lawyerjudgepolitician
- Biography
-
James Franklin Battin was a Republican United States Representative from Montana, and later was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the District of Montana.
General info
| Alternative names | MSU Billings MSU-Billings |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1927 |
| Motto | Access and Excellence |
| Colors | blue, gold |
| Academic calendar | Semesters |
| Total FTE staff | 443 |
| Carnegie classification | Master's Colleges & Universities: Medium Programs |
Location and contacts
| Address | 1500 University Drive Billings, Montana, 59101-0298 United States |
|---|---|
| City population | 117,000 |
| Phone | 4066572011 |