International Students attending MSU Billings

Estimated Annual Cost of Attendance

Annual expenses for 2025-2026 Academic Year (9 months) 

These are approximate costs and are subject to change. For exact cost, please contact the Office of International Studies at ois@msubillings.edu.

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Undergraduate (Associate and Bachelor Levels  - Main University Campus)

2025-2026 Costs 12 or more credits
Tuition and Fees $23,636
Books and Supplies $1,000
Mandatory Health Insurance** $1,000
Room and Board $9,612
Total Annual Cost $35,248
   
Additional Living Expenses for each Dependent* $5,000*
(add to total costs if applicable)

Graduate (Master Level - Main University Campus)

2025-2026 Costs 9 credits
Tuition and Fees (calculated at 9 credits) $20,090
Books and Supplies $1,000
Mandatory Health Insurance** $1,000
Room and Board $9,612
Total Annual Cost $31,702
   
Additional Living Expenses for each Dependent* $5,000*
(add to total costs if applicable)

City College (Associate Level and Certificates Only - West End City College Campus)

2025-2026 Costs 12 or more credits
Tuition and Fees $11,435
Books and Supplies $1,000
Mandatory Health Insurance** $1,000
Room and Board $9,612
  $23,047
   
Additional Living Expenses for each Dependent* $5,000*
(add to total costs if applicable)

 

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Tuition is subject to change by the Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education. Undergraduate tuition and fees are based on full-time enrollment of 12+ credits/semester. Graduate tuition and fees are based on full-time enrollment of 9 credits/semester. If you have any questions about the current fees, please call the Business Office at (406) 657-2301.

* Health insurance rates subject to change. 

Original documents are not required to apply for an F-1 visa, however students can request the shipment of their original documents. Shipping Cost of I-20 documentation and welcome packet is the applicant's expense: Cost ranges from $20-$100, depending on location.

SEVIS Fee: U.S. Government registration fee is also required.