School Highlights
Helena College University of Montana serves 1,423 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American and Black), which is less than the state average of 38%.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Enrollment: 1,423 students
- In-state tuition: $3,061
- Out-state tuition: $8,357
- Student:teacher ratio: 12:1
- Minority enrollment: 10%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Helena College University of Montana ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 48% over five years.
Helena College University of Montana
(MT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges: High Vocational & Technical-Mixed Traditional/Nontraditional
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Less than 2 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
116 staff
90 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Helena College University of Montana has stayed relatively flat over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 has stayed the same over five years.
The Helena College University of Montana diversity score of 0.19 is less than the state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has grown by 6% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,423 students
1,171 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
# Full-Time Students
428 students
428 students
# Part-Time Students
995 students
743 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
108 students
142 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
428 students
428 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
995 students
386 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
171 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
3%
2%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
1%
2%
% Black
1%
1%
% White
90%
62%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
4%
26%
Diversity Score
0.19
0.54
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
37%
30%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$34,700
$34,700
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
The public in-state tuition of $3,061 is less than the state average of $4,139. The in-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $8,357 is less than the state average of $8,788. The out-state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,061
$4,139
Out-State Tuition Fees
$8,357
$8,788
Tuition Notes
Based on 15 credits
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
70%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,000
$11,966
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$6,329
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2021 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Helena College is a vibrant and growing center for higher learning, offering technical proficiency certificates, Associate of Applied Science, Associate of Arts, and Associate of Science degrees, as well as study toward upper-level and graduate-level programs in cooperation with other Montana University System institutions. Helena College also offer the opportunity to obtain a bachelor degree without leaving Helena through online and onsite courses delivered through articulation agreements with other Montana universities. We are a comprehensive institution of higher education; we are meeting this charge by expanding our educational offerings and services in the technical, professional, pre-professional, general education and transfer areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Helena College University of Montana cost?
Helena College University of Montana's tuition is approximately $3,061 for In-State students and $8,357 for Out-State students.
What is Helena College University of Montana's ranking?
Helena College University of Montana ranks among the top 20% of community college in Montana for: Least expensive tuition.
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