Best colleges for Allied Health Diagnostic in Montana
Ranked by graduate earnings
The University of Montana, Rocky Mountain College and Montana State University Billings award the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees and certificates in Montana: 64, 45 and 39 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 6 Montana colleges offer Allied Health Diagnostic and award 193 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions program prepares students for a variety of roles within the healthcare sector. This program focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary to provide…
Top 3 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Montana State University Billings Billings Public · Associate degree | $55,736 | 39 | 30% | — | $19,000 |
| 2 | The University of Montana Missoula Public · Associate degree | $52,370 | 64 | 48% | — | $23,000 |
| 3 | Highlands College of Montana Tech Butte Public · Associate degree Small program | $54,579 | 19 | 45% | — | — |
Colleges awarding the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees in Montana
Top 5 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The University of Montana Missoula Public | 64 | $52,370 |
| 2 | Rocky Mountain College Billings Private not-for-profit | 45 | Not reported |
| 3 | Montana State University Billings Billings Public | 39 | $55,736 |
| 4 | Highlands College of Montana Tech Butte Public | 19 | $54,579 |
| 5 | Great Falls College Montana State University Great Falls Public | 13 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 1 Montana colleges offering Allied Health Diagnostic
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flathead Valley Community College | Kalispell | Public | 13 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (SOC 29-2032).
Top skills
What Diagnostic Medical Sonographers earn in Montana
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Allied Health Diagnostic programs in Montana.
Which Montana colleges award the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees?+
The University of Montana (64 graduates a year), Rocky Mountain College (45 graduates a year) and Montana State University Billings (39 graduates a year) award the most Allied Health Diagnostic degrees and certificates in Montana, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 6 Montana colleges offer Allied Health Diagnostic.
Which Allied Health Diagnostic program in Montana has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Montana State University Billings tops the list at $55,736. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Diagnostic Medical Sonographers earn in Montana?+
The average annual wage for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Montana is $99,350 (median $101,000), across about 230 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Allied Health Diagnostic program?+
The Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions program prepares students for a variety of roles within the healthcare sector. This program focuses on equipping students with the skills necessary to provide…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, monitoring, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers?+
The national job outlook is about +13.0% growth with around 5,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Associate's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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