Real costs by state · Montana · public colleges, in-state prices
Across 4 Montana public colleges, families earning $75,000–$110,000 paid between $17,785 and $24,732 per year — the lowest at The University of Montana-Western. (Federal College Scorecard data, July 2026 refresh; in-state prices.)
| School | Sticker / yr | $75–110k families paid |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Montana-Western | $21,403 | $17,785 |
| Montana Technological University | $22,786 | $18,843 |
| The University of Montana | $23,570 | $19,269 |
| Montana State University | $25,905 | $24,732 |
"Paid" is the average net price reported to the U.S. Department of Education for aided in-state families at $75,000–$110,000 household income — planning data, not an offer. Out-of-state families typically pay more. Other income bands are on each school's page.
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