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Montana State University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores

Montana State University admits about 82.1% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1065–1285 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 21–27 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.

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Acceptance rate 82.1%
SAT range 1065-1285
Net price $23,106
Graduation rate 59.3%

Montana State University At a Glance

LocationBozeman, Montana
TypePublic
Undergraduate Enrollment14,451
Acceptance Rate82.1%
SAT Range (Reading & Writing)540-645
SAT Range (Math)525-640
SAT Range (Combined, approx.)1065-1285
Average SAT (Combined)1183
ACT Range21-27
Average Net Price$23,106/yr
Tuition (In-State)$8,948/yr
Tuition (Out-of-State)$33,783/yr
4-Year Graduation Rate59.3%
Full-Time Retention Rate78.5%
Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry$59,536
Median Debt at Completion$19,500

How Montana State University Compares

Montana State University is more selective than about 42% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.

With about 14,451 students, it is larger than about 45% of the 265 schools in this list.

Similar Colleges

Morgan State University Baltimore, MD — 82% acceptance Arkansas State University Jonesboro, AR — 82% acceptance Towson University Towson, MD — 82% acceptance University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire, WI — 82% acceptance Western Carolina University Cullowhee, NC — 82% acceptance Southern Utah University Cedar City, UT — 82% acceptance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montana State University's acceptance rate?

Montana State University's acceptance rate is about 82.1%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.

What SAT score do you need for Montana State University?

Admitted students at Montana State University typically report a combined SAT score between 1065 and 1285 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).

Does Montana State University require the SAT?

Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Montana State University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.

What is the average cost of Montana State University?

The average net price reported for Montana State University is $23,106 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Figures reflect the most recent data available via the College Scorecard API — see also Montana State University's official site.