- Great Falls College offers professional certificates, associates degrees, transfer and community education options. Located in Great Falls, Montana
School Highlights
Great Falls College Montana State University serves 1,502 students (36% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the state community college average of 23:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 44%.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Enrollment: 1,502 students
- In-state tuition: $3,294
- Out-state tuition: $9,346
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 26:1
- Minority enrollment: 22%
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 43% over five years.
Great Falls College Montana State University
(MT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's 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
57 staff
33 staff
School Calendar
School Motto
Your success is our priority!
Student Body
The student population of Great Falls College Montana State University has grown by 26% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 has increased from 9:1 over five years.
The Great Falls College Montana State University diversity score of 0.38 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,502 students
536 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
23:1
# Full-Time Students
538 students
245 students
# Part-Time Students
964 students
449 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,502 students
536 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
538 students
245 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
964 students
308 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
4%
12%
% Asian
1%
1%
% Hispanic
6%
3%
% White
78%
56%
% Two or more races
9%
3%
% Unknown races
1%
24%
Diversity Score
0.38
0.00
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
36%
34%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$30,900
$34,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,294 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 $9,346 is more than the state average of $8,788. The out-state tuition has declined by 13% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,294
$4,139
Out-State Tuition Fees
$9,346
$8,788
Tuition Notes
$2,000 per semester for full-time students
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
70%
80%
Median Debt for Graduates
$10,500
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,034
$6,414
Acceptance Rate
100%
90%
Sports
Colors
Navy and Gold
School Mascot
River Otters
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Associated Students of GFC MSU (Student Government)Food Pantry / Community Garden
Phi Theta Kappa
Arts and Music Programs:
GFC MSU Community Choir
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- Great Falls College offerschallenging, high-demand programs in the areas of health sciences; business and accounting; computer technology; trades; and general education and transfer. Associate of Applied Science degrees, Associate of Arts degree, and the Associate of Science degree along with certificate programs provide students with choices to achieve their educational goals. If your plan is to transfer to a four-year college, you will find numerous courses that will allow you to complete the Montana University System general education core prior to transfer. Daytime, evening andonline courses are available to provide you with flexibility in scheduling. The college boasts a dynamic outreach and continuing education program to progressively address workforce training. Short-term seminars and workshops are available throughout the calendar year to provide training to employees striving to strengthen their job skills. Customized training is available to your business, providing educational opportunities specifically tailored to the needs of your staff. The college is located in southeast Great Falls on a beautiful 20-acre campus. The charm of our smaller campus is its friendly environment and the personal interaction in on-site and online classrooms.The college is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, one of six regional accrediting associations in the United States.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Great Falls College Montana State University cost?
Great Falls College Montana State University's tuition is approximately $3,294 for In-State students and $9,346 for Out-State students.
What is the acceptance rate of Great Falls College Montana State University?
The acceptance rate of Great Falls College Montana State University is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 90%.
Nearby Schools
The nearest community college to Great Falls College Montana State University is Helena College University of Montana (70.8 miles away)
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1115 N Roberts Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 447-6900
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 447-6900
70.8 miles
Enrollment: 1,554 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Acceptance rate: 60% In-state tuition: $3,061 Out-state tuition: $8,357 Minority enrollment: 26%
Blackfeet Community College
Private not-for-profit
504 S.E. East Boundary
Browning, MT 59417
(406) 338-5441
Browning, MT 59417
(406) 338-5441
109.0 miles
Enrollment: 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
25 Basin Creek Rd
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 496-3711
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 496-3711
122.0 miles
Enrollment: 727 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Acceptance rate: 90% In-state tuition: $3,236 Out-state tuition: $8,204 Minority enrollment: 17%
777 Grandview Dr
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-3822
Kalispell, MT 59901
(406) 756-3822
150.7 miles
Enrollment: 2,234 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 In-state tuition: $5,192 Out-state tuition: $10,960 Minority enrollment: 23%
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