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Montana State University-Northern

#1844 in US ranking Havre, MT
Type:
Public
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$19,380
Tuition & fees
$6,982
Avg. aid
$6,627
Receiving aid
83%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
41%
Median salary
$43,326
1 yr after graduation

What are the popular events and traditions at Montana State University-Northern?

MSU-Northern's athletic calendar provides recurring opportunities for students and Havre residents to gather around Lights and Skylights competition. Homecoming-related activities, when scheduled, connect games with campus and alumni events.

Students should use the current university events calendar rather than assume that a past celebration, performance, or cultural event occurs every year. For someone deciding whether to attend, the calendar is particularly useful for seeing whether activities happen at times compatible with work, commuting, and classes.

What are the student housing and dining options at Montana State University-Northern?

MSU-Northern offers university-operated, coeducational housing, but availability should not be confused with a guaranteed room. Students considering residence should review the current housing application, assignment dates, contract, and meal-plan terms before committing.

Housing decisions affect more than rent. Applicants should compare residence-hall arrangements, dining access, and contract periods with off-campus options in Havre, including transportation to classes and any required placements. First-year students are permitted to register or park a car on campus, which may be useful for those traveling beyond town. Students who need particular internet connectivity, accessibility features, or a specific dining arrangement should verify those details for the room and plan they would actually receive.

Montana State University-Northern Campus Life

College owned housing available

Yes

Co-ed housing

Yes

Freshmen can park on campus

Yes

Highspeed speed internet

No

Montana State University-Northern Campus at a Glance

Student-to-faculty ratio
13:1
Undergraduates living on campus
21%
Campus size
115 acres

Montana State University-Northern Library Services and Resources

Main library name

Vande Bogart Libraries

Number of libraries on campus

1

Reservable study rooms in library

No

24h access

No

Physical facilities

Yes

Access to digital/electronic resources

Yes

Staff trained to provide and interpret library materials

Yes

Established library hours

Yes

Access to library collections that are shared with other institutions

Yes

Montana State University-Northern Computer Labs Access

  • 24h access
  • Help desk

Montana State University-Northern Location & Map

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.