Established in 1927, Montana State University Billings is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Billings (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Montana. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, Montana State University Billings (MSU-Billings) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 4,000-4,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Montana State University Billings (MSU-Billings) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. MSU-Billings also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
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| Name | Montana State University Billings |
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| Acronym | MSU-Billings |
| Founded | 1927 |
| Motto | Access and Excellence |
| Colours | Blue and gold |
| Mascot | Yellowjackets |
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| Address | 1500 University Drive Billings 59101-0298 Montana United States |
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Montana State University Billings is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1932
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The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Montana State University Billings is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Montana State University Billings's academic range and degree level offering.
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This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Montana State University Billings categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Montana State University Billings.
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5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) | 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro) |
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17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) | 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) |
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Montana State University Billings is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.
Montana State University Billings has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.
Montana State University Billings's acceptance rate is not available.
This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.
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Montana State University Billings has a student enrollment ranging from 4,000 to 4,999, making it a small-sized institution.
Montana State University Billings's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.
Montana State University Billings is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.
Montana State University Billings is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.
Montana State University Billings's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.
Montana State University Billings adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.
This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.
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Montana State University Billings's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 141,198 physical volumes, 2,613 physical media, 78,856 digital/electronic media and 189 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 12 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Montana State University Billings's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.
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In particular, Montana State University Billings provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 480 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.
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In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.
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uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Montana State University Billings's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.
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