by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Montana State University - Northern degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Montana State University - Northern measures up.
Montana State University - Northern is ranked #1,328 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C. Within Montana, it ranks #12 of 23 for value.
Among the majors Montana State University - Northern offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician | #1 of 2 |
| Automotive Technology / Mechanic | #1 of 2 |
| Vehicle Maintenance & Repair | #2 of 4 |
| Mechanic & Repair Technologies | #3 of 5 |
| Mechanics | #3 of 5 |
| Other Corrections & Criminal Justice | #24 of 63 |
| Criminal Justice & Corrections | #221 of 638 |
| Criminal Justice Administration | #221 of 638 |
| Bachelor's Degree | #236 of 678 |
| Elementary Education | #286 of 681 |
Below is the detailed Montana State University - Northern value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Montana State University-Northern is ranked #10 out of #23 in Montana for quality and #12 out of #23 for Montana value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Montana State University - Northern financial aid page to be sure.
Montana State University-Northern is ranked #1,328 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Montana State University-Northern is priced appropriately for the quality of education it provides, making it a fair value according to College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Montana State University - Northern costs about $13,532. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $54,129 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $16,611 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $12,664 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $13,532 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $54,129 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Montana State University - Northern net price and the factors that affect it.
What Montana State University - Northern costs you depends on how much aid you receive, so few students fit perfectly into averages.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Montana State University - Northern degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $66,444 | — | — |
| All Students | $54,129 | #1,328 | C |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $50,656 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $66,444 | — | — |
| All Students | $54,129 | #12 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $50,656 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Montana State University - Northern shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $11,283 |
| $30K–$48K | $11,704 |
| $48K–$75K | $14,599 |
| $75K–$110K | $17,049 |
| Over $110K | $17,363 |
About 78% of Montana State University - Northern undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $6,627 per year. Get more details on the Montana State University - Northern financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Montana State University - Northern cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.