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Montana State University Billings, also referred to as MSUB, is located in Billings, Montana, United States. The university was established in the year 1927 and was originally known as the Eastern Montana Normal School. MSUB enrolls more than 4,000 students on an annual basis. The university offers its students more than 150 degrees in different educational fields. The following degree-granting colleges are under Montana State University Billings:
The athletic teams of the university are known as the Yellowjackets. The students of Montana State University Billings take part in sports such as basketball, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, and cross country. Notable alumni of the college include Greg Rachac, sportswriter; Kevin Red Star, native American artist; and Melony G. Griffith, member of the Maryland House of Delegates.
The campus of Montana State Billings is in Billings, MT, which is a medium-sized city. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Montana State Billings include, at the school's highest level, the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media and education and teaching.
Admission at Montana State Billings is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 430. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 470 and 560.
Montana State Billings has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007, the school had 3,752 students enrolled (3,098 full-time equivalent).
A lot of students at Montana State Billings attend part-time. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Great Northwest Athletic Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Montana State University Billings
1500 University Drive
Billings, MT 59101-0298
General Phone: (406) 657-2011
http://www.msubillings.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Education And Teaching | 206 | elementary school teaching, special ed, education, school counseling, reading teaching, English teaching, physical education teaching, history teaching, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 134 | liberal arts and sciences, general studies, sociology, interdisciplinary studies, English, history, Spanish language |
| Business And Management | 87 | business |
| Therapy And Counseling | 52 | psychology, community psychology |
| Media | 44 | public relations, mass communication, organizational communications |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 26 | rehabilitation, athletic trainer, sports and fitness management, vocational counseling, health and physical education |
| Science | 18 | biology, chemistry |
| Medical Administration | 12 | health care administration |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 10 | environmental studies |
| Mathematics | 7 | mathematics |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Music | 4 | music performance, music |
| Family And Social Work | 1 | public administration |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Montana State Billings in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 474 | 37 |
| Master's degree | 110 | 14 |
| Associate's degree | 21 | 3 |
In 2007, Montana State Billings had a total enrollment of 3,752 students (3,098 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 92% |
| Part-Time | 8% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 5% |
| Unknown | 4% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 18% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 17% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Montana | 89% |
| Wyoming | 4% |
| Washington | 2% |
| Colorado | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Idaho | 1% |
| South Dakota | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 63 % |
| Part-Time | 53 % |
Montana State Billings offers campus housing for 558 of its 3,098 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Billings, Montana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Montana Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 873 | 868 | 99% | 542 | 62% |
| Men | 304 | 303 | 100% | 203 | 67% |
| Women | 569 | 565 | 99% | 339 | 60% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 470 | 560 |
| ACT Verbal | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 24 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 12% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 69% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,130 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,707 |
| Room and board | $ 6,200 |
| Room charge | $ 2,750 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,132 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,800 |
Financial Aid:
Montana State Billings participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 253000)
Montana State Billings has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 51 | 30 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 28 | 17 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 14 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 31 | $64,025 | 12 | $66,040 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 13 | $57,145 | 10 | $51,617 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 20 | $47,305 | 23 | $53,536 |
| Instructor | academic year | 20 | $40,922 | 9 | $42,943 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 10 | $37,222 | 7 | $34,305 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 94 | $51,749 | 61 | $51,912 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Great Northwest Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Great Northwest Athletic Conference |
| Track | Great Northwest Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 78 | 75 | 153 |
| Basketball | 12 | 12 | 24 |
| Baseball | 16 | 0 | 16 |
| Track | 6 | 10 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 44 | 53 | 97 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business/Commerce, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
Computer Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Health Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Organizational Communication, General
Public Relations/Image Management
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music, General
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Community Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Montana State Billings Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 19% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
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