by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Montana Western degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Montana Western measures up.
Montana Western is ranked #1,552 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of C+ (above average for value). Within Montana, it ranks #17 of 23 for value.
Among the majors Montana Western offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Business Education | #32 of 55 |
| Social Science Teacher Education | #41 of 74 |
| Teacher Education | #41 of 74 |
| History Education | #53 of 106 |
| Biology Education | #70 of 160 |
| Science Education | #85 of 156 |
| Physical Education | #97 of 264 |
| Art Education | #106 of 196 |
| English & Language Arts Education | #120 of 243 |
| Mathematics Education | #122 of 249 |
Read the full Montana Western value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
The University of Montana-Western is ranked #8 out of #23 in Montana for quality and #17 out of #23 for Montana value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the Montana Western financial aid page to be sure.
The University of Montana-Western is ranked #1,552 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
The University of Montana-Western 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 Western costs about $18,027. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $72,107 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $21,454 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $16,558 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $18,027 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $72,107 |
*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 Western net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Montana Western 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 | $85,816 | — | — |
| All Students | $72,107 | #1,552 | C+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $66,232 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $85,816 | — | — |
| All Students | $72,107 | #17 | A- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $66,232 | — | — |
*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 Western shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $15,093 |
| $30K–$48K | $15,286 |
| $48K–$75K | $16,516 |
| $75K–$110K | $18,511 |
| Over $110K | $18,898 |
About 70% of Montana Western undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $7,115 per year. Get more details on the Montana Western financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average Montana Western 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.