by our College Data Analytics TeamLook up current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Great Falls College Montana State University, along with how those costs compare to other schools and how they have changed.
Most-recent in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Great Falls College Montana State University stood at $4,028 annually. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $12,911. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
Within that total, required fees totaled $963 in-state and $963 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $3,065 | $11,948 |
| Fees | $963 | $963 |
| Total | $4,028 | $12,911 |
This tuition and fees figure covers one year of academic instruction and does not include room and board.
Note that plenty of students are eligible for financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The amounts above are before any aid.
How much would Great Falls College Montana State University charge if you go part time? Go to the Cost Per Credit Hour page for specifics.
For some context, here is how Great Falls College Montana State University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In MT | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Inexpensive | Inexpensive |
Measured against schools nationwide, Great Falls College Montana State University is comparatively affordable.
Keep in mind that sticker price is only part of the story — aid can change what you actually pay. Review the Great Falls College Montana State University Financial Aid page for specifics.
Tuition at Great Falls College Montana State University has moved over the last few reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $2,752 | $10,126 |
| Two Years Ago | $2,834 | $10,640 |
| One Year Ago | $2,947 | $11,272 |
| Most Recent Year | $3,065 | $11,948 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Great Falls College Montana State University has trended over the reported years.
In the latest reported year, out-of-state tuition moved up 6.0%. Projecting that pace ahead one year puts tuition + fees around $13,685 for the coming year.
Annual tuition increases are the norm at most institutions, so expect the price in later years to be higher than today’s figure.
Browse answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional detail.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 5.36%, putting next year’s in-state cost near $4,243. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 6.06%, so next year out-of-state students could pay around $13,693.
Carrying that rate forward, here is the projected tuition and fees for the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $4,243 | $13,693 |
| In 2 Years | $4,470 | $14,522 |
| In 3 Years | $4,709 | $15,402 |
| In 4 Years | $4,961 | $16,335 |
| In 5 Years | $5,226 | $17,325 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $59,952, or about $18,383 for in-state students.
Tuition is just the starting figure — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
To learn about financial aid at Great Falls College Montana State University, visit the Great Falls College Montana State University Financial Aid page.
