Montana State University-Northern Cost & Financial Aid Information

$10,940
Average Net Price
69%
Receive Aid
56%
Pell Recipients
Very Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Montana State University-Northern is $10,940 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$10,940

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$10,676
$30,001-48,000$10,658
$48,001-75,000$13,506
$75,001-110,000$15,495
$110,000+$16,405

Financial Aid

Montana State University-Northern demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 69% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 56% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

69%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

56%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $6,269 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $19,385. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $8,669, which is 55% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $6,269

Out-of-State: $19,385

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$6,269
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$21,469

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$6,269
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$20,969

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$19,385
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$34,585

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$19,385
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$34,585

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$6,269
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$9,969

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$19,385
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$23,585

Cost Analysis

Analyze how MSUN's costs have changed over time. Over the past year, Montana State University-Northern has decreased costs by $14, representing a 0.1% reduction in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$10,954

Current Year

$10,940

Change

$-14

Affordability & Value

Montana State University-Northern is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Very Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid69%
Pell grant recipients56%
Student-faculty ratio14:1