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FINANCIAL AID RATE

87%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

38

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$4,497

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General Studies Degree

The general studies program at Montana State University – Billings prepares students for careers in various professional fields, including education, law, government, health care, real estate, social service, and private industry. The program focuses on individual instruction in the general arts, general science, or unstructured studies. Program courses include: areas of study tailored to the individual to enhance learning in fields of interest. Get more details below including other Montana colleges that offer general studies degrees.

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Montana State University – Billings

Also known as MSU Billings

1 College Drive, Lame Deer, MT

Montana State University (MSU) Billings was founded in 1927 and it upholds the traditions of the university to provide access to education, excellent teaching, civic engagement and community enhancement.

The university is located on 110 acres of land that resemble a beautiful park and is home to more than 5,000 students. There are 3 campuses spread out through the city and it has a long record of supporting the local community.

MSU Billings offers Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees in a range of different subjects that include arts, sciences, health, business, education, mathematics, music and more.

The cost to study at MSU Billings is $12,592 for 2013-2014 academic year and this includes tuition, board, books and other educational supplies.

For students that are interested in sports, MSU Billings is a member of the NCAA II and competes in a range of sports including: basketball, gold, soccer, tennis, baseball and more.

MSU Billings also has a number of different student services including financial aid, career advice and more. Moreover, the university places a strong emphasis on student safety. There are 7 police officers that handle public safety at the university and the school really places safety as one of its highest priorities.

Montana State University also offers online courses for those that want to add flexibility to their studies and want to study at their own convenience.

Students Enrolled in the General Studies Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Montana State University – Billings offers an associate's degree program in general studies.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male7
Female29

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
American Indian1
Hispanic2
White32
Non Resident Alien1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the General Studies program at Montana State University – Billings, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

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All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, postsecondary teachers, all other employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Montana State University – Billings accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Montana State University – Billings may offer student services like those listed below:

  • Online course work available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Montana State University – Billings is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball