The University of Montana-Western
Dillon, Montana · Public · 1,198 undergraduates
All 3 programs with reported earnings leave graduates out-earning a typical Montana high-school graduate (about $32,577/yr). Another 31 programs did not have enough data to judge.
What families actually pay
| Family income | Net price per year |
|---|---|
| Under $30k | $14,822 |
| $30k to $48k | $14,058 |
| $48k to $75k | $15,951 |
| $75k to $110k | $17,785 |
| $110k and up | $20,125 |
| All families (average) | $16,558 |
Net price is the yearly cost after grants and scholarships, by family income (College Scorecard). Credit: TuitionTracker.
Program earnings vs a high-school graduate
| Program | Credential | Median earnings | vs HS grad | Verdict | Median debt | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's Degree | $41,988 | +$9,411 | clears the bar | $20,829 | 2.2 yrs |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's Degree | $47,344 | +$14,767 | clears the bar | $20,918 | 1.4 yrs |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | Bachelor's Degree | $46,457 | +$13,880 | clears the bar | $21,500 | 1.5 yrs |
Access and outcomes: 35% of students receive Pell grants · 51% complete their program.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (release 2026-06-10). Earnings are median earnings of graduates measured up to four years after completing, compared to the state high-school-graduate earnings threshold. Figures describe past graduates and are never a promise. Method: methodology. Something look wrong? Report it.