HighSchoolOS Best Colleges in Montana
The strongest colleges and universities in Montana, ranked by graduation rate and selectivity, with verified acceptance rates, net price, and test scores for this admissions cycle.
Explore this ranking interactively| # | School | Location | Acceptance | SAT avg | Net price | Grad rate | Undergrads |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carroll College | Helena, MT | 71% | 1,200 | $23,960 | 69% | 1,092 |
| 2 | Montana State University | Bozeman, MT | 82% | 1,183 | $22,499 | 57% | 14,451 |
| 3 | The University of Montana | Missoula, MT | 96% | 1,190 | $16,784 | 48% | 7,488 |
| 4 | Montana State University Billings | Billings, MT | n/a | n/a | $16,524 | 30% | 2,626 |
Acceptance rate, net price (average cost after aid), and graduation rate are from the most recent federal data; test ranges and deadlines are verified against each school for the 2025-2026 cycle. Click any school for its full profile, deadlines, and supplemental essay prompts.