Business School at Montana State University Billings
Public university ยท Billings, Montana
- AACSB accredited
Montana State University Billings is a public university with graduate business programs in Billings, Montana. Those programs run through the College of Business. The institution is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
The business school holds AACSB accreditation. It is the longest-established of the three business-school accreditors recognized in the United States, and it covers the school as a whole rather than any one program - a floor, not a ranking. More on accreditation.
Federal reporting puts graduate enrollment at 248 students, alongside 2,626 undergraduates. Total enrollment is not MBA cohort size - ask the admissions office how many students are in the specific program you're considering, which is usually a far smaller number and the one that shapes your experience.
It is the only school in Billings in this directory - the other 1 business school option in Montana is elsewhere in the state, so weigh travel time against fit before ruling them out.
What to ask Montana State University Billings
These questions are picked from what MBA Lab's data already says about this school, so they're the ones most likely to surface a real difference between it and the next school on your list.
- Residency and tuition tier. As a public institution, Montana State University Billings may price in-state and out-of-state students differently, and some programs charge a flat rate regardless. Ask which tier you'd fall into and whether it changes after a year of residency.
- Where the degree is administered. Programs run through the College of Business may have their own admissions timeline, aid pool, and career office, separate from the university's central graduate school. Confirm which office owns your application.
At a glance
| Institution | Montana State University Billings |
|---|---|
| Business school | College of Business |
| Control | public |
| Location | Billings, Montana |
| Campus setting | Midsize city |
| Carnegie class | Master's college or university (medium programs) |
| MBA formats listed | |
| Graduate enrollment | 248 |
| Undergraduate enrollment | 2,626 |
| Business accreditation | AACSB — view listing |
| Institutional accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities |
| Official site | Visit website |
| Net price calculator | Estimate your cost |
| Federal data | College Scorecard profile |
School names, locations, and program formats are curated by MBA Lab and reviewed periodically (last data update: August 2026). Enrollment, accreditation, links, and any outcome figures come from U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard (June 2026 release). Always verify formats, deadlines, and costs on the school's official admissions pages. How this data works.
Compare with other schools in Montana
| School | City | AACSB | Formats listed | Earnings, 1 yr out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Billings This page | Billings | Yes | Not reported | |
| University of Montana | Missoula | Yes | MBA | $70,886 |
"Not reported" means College Scorecard publishes no figure for that school - usually too few federally-aided graduates to release without identifying them. It is not a low number, and these schools are excluded from every average on this page rather than counted as zero. A dash under AACSB means the school isn't on AACSB's accredited list; it may hold ACBSP or IACBE accreditation instead, which this directory doesn't track.
Frequently asked questions
What MBA formats does Montana State University Billings offer?
MBA Lab's directory lists an MBA path at Montana State University Billings. Check the school's official site for current formats such as online, evening, or executive options.
Is Montana State University Billings's business school AACSB-accredited?
Yes - Montana State University Billings appears on AACSB's list of accredited institutions. AACSB, founded in 1916, is the longest-established of the three business-school accreditors recognized in the United States (the others are ACBSP and IACBE). Accreditation covers the school, not any individual program, so treat it as a quality floor rather than a ranking.
Is Montana State University Billings a public or private institution?
Montana State University Billings is a public university, and MBA Lab lists its graduate business programs in Billings, Montana. It is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How do I compare Montana State University Billings with other schools in Montana?
MBA Lab lists 2 schools in its Montana business schools directory. Use a consistent rubric across them: curriculum, recruiting outcomes, format fit, cost after aid, and location constraints.
Where should I verify program details?
Always confirm formats, deadlines, and costs on the school's official admissions pages. MBA Lab is a planning directory, not an admissions authority, and does not endorse specific schools.
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