Montana State University-Northern Montana

Regional public college in northern Montana focused on career and technical education with low tuition.

College statistics

Address:
300 W 11th St
Havre, MT
59501
Sector Group:
Public 4-Year or Above
Official Website:
www.msun.edu/
Setting:
Town
Research Activity Tier:
No research designation
Economic Mobility Index:
Higher Access, Medium Earnings
Primary Undergraduate Major:
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/technicians

Montana State University-Northern is a small public college in Havre, Montana, serving the state's rural northern region. The institution emphasizes career and technical preparation, with mechanic and repair technologies as its primary undergraduate focus. As a professions-focused baccalaureate college, MSU-Northern offers practical, hands-on training aligned with regional workforce needs.

The college enrolls about 1,000 students and maintains a lean cost structure. In-state tuition runs $5,010 annually, with a total cost of attendance of $12,208 including room and board. Out-of-state students pay $19,785 in tuition and face a total cost of attendance of $26,983. The small enrollment and location mean close student-faculty relationships and straightforward financial planning.

MSU-Northern works best for students seeking affordable, regionally grounded technical education and those preparing for skilled trades or service-sector careers. Prospective students should ask about job placement rates in their field of interest, apprenticeship partnerships, and whether the college's program length aligns with their career timeline. Visit www.msun.edu/ for more information.