Montana Colleges
The mountainous state of Montana is sparsely populated and has a small selection of about 30 colleges, universities and technical schools. Great Falls, Billings and Missoula, Montana’s largest cities are home to most of the post secondary institutions. The state also has a rich Indian heritage, which can be seen in the state’s selection of tribal colleges such as Chief Dull Knife College. Montana has many Native American Indian Reservations and they provide a strong culture base for the state’s Indian population. Montana State University and University of Montana dominate the public university offerings with nine campuses between the two including 2-year college Dawson Community College. Montana Tech - College of Technology and the The University of Montana, Missoula are ranked by a nationally recognized college review as among the Best Western Colleges. Montana State University, Bozeman is also top-ranked. Other technical schools and colleges provide 2-year degree options including Flathead Valley Community College and Blackfeet Community College.
Top College Cities in Montana
- Billings Colleges (5)
- Missoula Colleges (4)
- Bozeman Colleges (3)
- Butte Colleges (3)
- Great Falls Colleges (3)
- Helena Colleges (2)
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Montana College and Degree Offerings
In Montana, every type of student can find a degree to match his or her needs. While many of the public colleges in Montana focus on science, Technology, Information Systems and Economic Development, they still offer a wide range of other bachelors degree and masters degree programs as well. The selection of public schools is led by the University of Montana – Missoula which has four other campuses as well. The main campus alone has five colleges and five schools within it along with a continuing education unit providing nearly every type of student the education they desire. Even though the selection of private schools is small, they add reputable program options to the mix including liberal art school Carroll College. Certificate program and 2-year career training degree candidates have options within the tribal system of schools as well as several community colleges to choose from in order to enter the work force quickly with the skills needed to succeed.
- Bachelors Degree (4-Year Colleges)
- Associates Degree (2-Year Career Training)
- Associates Degree (2-Year Transfer Degree)
- Certificate Programs and Diplomas
- Masters Degree (Graduate Schools)
Top 10 4-Year Colleges and Universities in Montana
- The University of Montana, Missoula
- Montana State University, Bozeman
- Montana State University, Billings
- Montana Tech of the University of Montana
- Carroll College
- Montana State University - Northern
- The University of Montana - Western
- Salish Kootenai College
- Rocky Mountain College
- University of Great Falls
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Top 10 Career Training, Vocation Schools and Trade Schools in Montana
- The University of Montana, Missoula
- Montana State University, Billings
- University of Montana - Missoula College of Technology
- Montana Tech of the University of Montana
- Flathead Valley Community College
- Great Falls College Montana State University
- Carroll College
- Montana State University - Northern
- The University of Montana - Western
- Helena College University of Montana
Top 10 Community College and Junior Colleges in Montana
- University of Montana - Missoula College of Technology
- Flathead Valley Community College
- Great Falls College Montana State University
- Helena College University of Montana
- Miles Community College
- Blackfeet Community College
- Chief Dull Knife College
- Fort Peck Community College
- Montana Tech - College of Technology
- Dawson Community College
Top 10 Certificate Programs in Montana
- The University of Montana, Missoula
- University of Montana - Missoula College of Technology
- Flathead Valley Community College
- Great Falls College Montana State University
- Montana State University - Northern
- The University of Montana - Western
- Helena College University of Montana
- Salish Kootenai College
- Miles Community College
- Blackfeet Community College
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Montana Career Opportunities
Montana’s economy relies heavily on ranching, oil, mining, lumber and tourism. Hospitality & Restaurants and Tourism & Travel Management degree-holders can take advantage of the influx of sightseers that flock to Glacier National Park, the site of Battle of the Little Bighorn, and three of Yellowstone National Parks five entrances. Teachers will also be in demand in Montana. Careers in the school system include Early Childhood Education, Curriculum and Instruction and Education and Teaching. If you’re good with your hands and comfortable with cars and electronics, Technician careers such as Electrical Technician and Autobody Repair are good degree option at Montana colleges. Massage Therapy, Cosmetoloy/Cosmetologist and Manicurist/Nail Specialist careers are also popular for graduates of colleges in Montana.
