Flathead Valley Community College

777 Grandview Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
Top Ranked (2024): View Rankings
  • Flathead Valley Community College promotes excellence in lifelong learning by offering two-year college programs, the first two years of a four-year college degree, occupational training, and opportunities that enhance the cultural, social, and economic well-being of our students and communities.

School Highlights

Flathead Valley Community College serves 2,049 students (35% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 38%.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,049 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,192
  • Out-state tuition: $10,960
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Flathead Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

Category
Attribute
Community Size

School Overview

The teacher population of 233 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Flathead Valley Community College
(MT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
233 staff
90 staff
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Student Body

The student population of Flathead Valley Community College has declined by 14% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 has decreased from 10:1 over five years.
The Flathead Valley Community College diversity score of 0.45 is less than the state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
2,049 students
1,171 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
716 students
428 students
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# Part-Time Students
1,333 students
743 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
142 students
142 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
716 students
428 students
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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,333 students
386 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
124 students
171 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
2%
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% Asian
1%
1%
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% Hispanic
1%
2%
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% Black
1%
1%
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% White
71%
62%
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% Two or more races
14%
5%
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% Non Resident races
1%
1%
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% Unknown races
10%
26%
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Diversity Score
0.45
0.54
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
30%
30%
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Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$28,900
$34,700
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The public in-state tuition of $5,192 is more than the state average of $4,139. The in-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $10,960 is more than the state average of $8,788. The out-state tuition has declined by 6% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$5,192
$4,139
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$10,960
$8,788
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
78%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$10,518
$11,966
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,500
$6,329
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Flathead Valley Community College is a comprehensive community college, providing college transfer, vocational-technical and community service classes for residents of northwestern Montana. We are nestled in between the Rocky Mountains and Flathead Lake, the USA's largest freshwater lake west of the Mississippi. Our award winning, one-level campus is located just minutes from Glacier National Park, the Bob Marshall Wilderness, and two of Montana's finest ski resorts. FVCC students get a great education right here in Mother Nature's finest outdoor classroom! Flathead Valley Community College promotes excellence in lifelong learning by offering two-year college programs, the first two years of a four-year college degree, occupational training, and opportunities that enhance the cultural, social, and economic well-being of our students and communities. In the 1960's, residents of the Flathead Valley recognized a need for localized higher education. Glacier College, in conjunction with Whitworth College of Spokane, provided some educational services over the course of several years. In 1984-85 the College added the Glacier Institute program in Glacier Park and the Lincoln County Campus which provides classes to the residents of Lincoln County. These programs are fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges. FVCC hosts intercollegiate sport teams for men and women in soccer and cross-country running. Co-ed intramurals include soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball, ultimate Frisbee, golf, folf, and many others. A wide variety of outdoor activities and sports are available in the area, such as downhill and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, canoeing, golfing, hiking, fishing, mountain climbing and biking, and windsurfing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Flathead Valley Community College cost?
Flathead Valley Community College's tuition is approximately $5,192 for In-State students and $10,960 for Out-State students.
What is Flathead Valley Community College's ranking?
Flathead Valley Community College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Montana for: Largest student body.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Enrollment: 2,049 students
  • In-state tuition: $5,192
  • Out-state tuition: $10,960
  • Student:teacher ratio: 9:1
  • Minority enrollment: 29%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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For Montana public community colleges, the average tuition is approximately $4,139 per year for in-state students and $8,788 for out-of-state students. Read more about average community college tuition costs across the country.

Montana community colleges have a diversity score of 0.54, which is lower than the national average of 0.70. The most diverse community college in Montana is Dawson Community College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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