School Highlights
Helena College University of Montana serves 1,468 students (23% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is same as the state community college average of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the state average of 96%.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Enrollment: 1,468 students
- In-state tuition: $3,061
- Out-state tuition: $8,357
- Student:teacher ratio: 13:1
- Minority enrollment: 95%
- 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 stayed relatively flat over five years.
Helena College University of Montana
(MT) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates 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
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 13:1 has increased from 12:1 over five years.
The Helena College University of Montana diversity score of 0.29 is less than the state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has grown by 54% over five years.
Total Enrollment
1,468 students
554 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
# Full-Time Students
338 students
266 students
# Part-Time Students
1,130 students
288 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
108 students
142 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
338 students
266 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
1,130 students
253 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
171 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
1%
% Asian
n/a
1%
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
% Black
5%
3%
% White
5%
4%
% Hawaiian
84%
67%
% Two or more races
5%
5%
% Unknown races
n/a
19%
Diversity Score
0.29
0.51
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.4104%
0.3594%
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 declined by 8% 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 declined by 9% 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
76%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,000
$11,966
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,000
$6,329
Acceptance Rate
n/a
100%
Source: 2023 (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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The nearest community college to Helena College University of Montana is Highlands College of Montana Tech (51.1 miles away)
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