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Montana State University - Northern

#6 in Best Value Colleges in Montana
  • 4 Year
  • Havre, MT
  • 108 reviews
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    C
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      C
    2. Value
      B
    3. Diversity
      B-
    4. Campus
      C+
    5. Athletics
      B-
    6. Party Scene
      B-
    7. Professors
      C+
    8. Location
      B-
    9. Dorms
      C+
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      C
    12. Safety
      B+
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    Montana State - Northern is a public university located in Havre, Montana. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 855 undergraduate students. The Montana State - Northern acceptance rate is 100%. Popular majors include Diesel Mechanics, Nursing, and Business. Graduating 33% of students, Montana State - Northern alumni go on to earn a starting salary of $33,600.
    About Montana State University - Northern...
    Athletic Division
    NAIA Division I
    Athletic Conference
    Frontier Conference
    Address
    300 W 11th St
    Havre, MT 59501
    Website
    msun.edu

    Montana State University - Northern Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    100%
    Application Deadline
    —
    SAT Range
    845-973
    ACT Range
    16-22
    Application Fee
    $30
    SAT/ACT
    Recommended
    High School GPA
    Recommended
    Early Decision/Early Action
    —

    Cost

    Net Price
    $10,217/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $4,397/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    91%

    Academics

    Professors
    C+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    14:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    Yes
    63%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.8 responses
    60%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.10 responses
    80%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.10 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Diesel Mechanics
      56 Graduates
    • Nursing
      52 Graduates
    • Business
      31 Graduates
    • Agricultural Mechanics and Machinery
      28 Graduates
    • Criminal Justice and Corrections
      22 Graduates
    • Elementary Education
      20 Graduates
    • Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
      17 Graduates
    • Electrical Engineering Technician
      13 Graduates
    • Automotive Mechanics
      10 Graduates
    • Welding
      5 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    855Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    308
    Undergrads Over 25
    18%
    Pell Grant
    43%
    Varsity Athletes
    23%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 7 responses
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    • Fun and energetic
      43%
    • Happy
      43%
    • crystal meth tweakers
      14%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    —
    Poll
    64%
    of students say they don't have Greek life.11 responses
    Poll
    43%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.14 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 6 responses
    Report
    • Fair, friendly, and welcoming
      50%
    • AWESOME/FRIENDLY
      33%
    • dilapidated
      17%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $37,100/ year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    33%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    90%
    National
    83%
    100%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.5 responses
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    Montana State University - Northern Reviews

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    MSU-N is extremely affordable compared to most 4 year institutions in the state. They excel in certain trades and diesel tech. The campus is green with a beautiful Folf course for students looking to kill some down time. Northern offers plenty of extra curricular clubs that any student can take part in as well as having speakers and performers visit the campus on a consistent basis. Most students at MSU-N are male so the party scene is terrible. The professors are caring and willing to help break down complicated aspects of the lesson. With the number of students being below the national average of most institutions, students become extremely familiar with other students as well as develop personal relationships with their professors. If a student knows what degree they are searching for then MSU-N is an excellent investment because of the high reputation of having successful alumni in the work force.
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    I like the campus vibe, the students and staff are supportive. The staff is personable yet professional. The teachers are great instuctors with exemplary qualities. They are patient and allow students benefit of being individual learners. There are many opportunities for students to develop comraderie whether it be in a class study session or comedy night at the sub. There are many campus events included with the school year such as specialty speakers, athletic programs, and career fairs. The campus layout is functional for students to easily access the buildings of their career choice in one area. The nursing program works closely with the local hospital, one block from the college making viability of the program successful.
    My experience at Montana State University-Northern has been fantastic. The majority of the faculty at this University, are very approachable and willing to help in any situation. The small class sizes are very effective and the professors do a great job with explaining the content taught in class. I am a student on the Rodeo Team at Montana State University-Northern, and not only my coach, but all the coaches at this University are willing to help, guide you in the right direction.