Colleges by state
Colleges and Universities in Montana
23 degree-granting colleges and universities in Montana that take part in federal student aid programs, from the U.S. Department of Education.
- Colleges23
- Public185 private
- Four-year1310 two-year
- Online programs14Report at least one fully online program
Widely offered majors in Montana: Business Administration (19), Nursing (15), Human Services and Counseling (14), Elementary Education (12), Forestry and Natural Resources (12), Accounting (11).
| College | City | Type | Level | Online programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aaniiih Nakoda College | Harlem | Public | Four-year | No |
| Blackfeet Community College | Browning | Private nonprofit | Four-year | No |
| Carroll College | Helena | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Chief Dull Knife College | Lame Deer | Public | Two-year | No |
| Dawson Community College | Glendive | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Flathead Valley Community College | Kalispell | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Fort Peck Community College | Poplar | Public | Two-year | No |
| Great Falls College Montana State University | Great Falls | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Helena College University of Montana | Helena | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Highlands College of Montana Tech | Butte | Public | Two-year | No |
| Little Big Horn College | Crow Agency | Public | Two-year | No |
| Miles Community College | Miles City | Public | Two-year | Yes |
| Montana State University | Bozeman | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Montana State University Billings | Billings | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Montana State University-Northern | Havre | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Montana Technological University | Butte | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| Pima Medical Institute-Dillon | Dillon | Private for-profit | Two-year | No |
| Rocky Mountain College | Billings | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
| Salish Kootenai College | Pablo | Public | Four-year | No |
| Stone Child College | Box Elder | Public | Four-year | No |
| The University of Montana | Missoula | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| The University of Montana-Western | Dillon | Public | Four-year | Yes |
| University of Providence | Great Falls | Private nonprofit | Four-year | Yes |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024). Links go to each school’s official website as reported to IPEDS. “Online programs” means the school reported at least one program offered entirely by distance education.
Colleges in Montana: frequently asked questions
How many colleges are in Montana?
Montana has 23 degree-granting colleges and universities that take part in federal student aid programs, according to the latest U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS) data.
How many public colleges are in Montana?
18 public, 4 private nonprofit and 1 private for-profit.
How many community colleges and two-year colleges are in Montana?
10 two-year colleges, including public two-year colleges such as Chief Dull Knife College, Dawson Community College, Flathead Valley Community College, Fort Peck Community College, Great Falls College Montana State University, and Helena College University of Montana.
How many four-year colleges and universities are in Montana?
13 four-year colleges and universities, and 10 schools in Montana offer graduate programs.
Which colleges in Montana offer online programs?
14 colleges in Montana reported offering at least one program entirely online. Use the college search with “Offers fully online programs” to see them, and check each school for specific online programs.
Which cities in Montana have the most colleges?
Helena (2), Great Falls (2), Butte (2), Billings (2), and Dillon (2).
What majors are most widely offered at colleges in Montana?
Among the 109 majors in this guide, the most widely offered in Montana are Business Administration (19 schools), Nursing (15 schools), Human Services and Counseling (14 schools), Elementary Education (12 schools), Forestry and Natural Resources (12 schools), and Accounting (11 schools).
How do I find a college in Montana that offers my major?
Use the college search with the state set to Montana and choose your major, or filter by city or ZIP code.
Where does this list of Montana colleges come from?
From the U.S. Department of Education’s IPEDS data (IPEDS 2024-25 institutional characteristics (HD2024, IC2024)). Confirm programs, costs and admission requirements on each school’s official website.
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