Best colleges for Psychology in Montana
Ranked by graduate earnings
Rocky Mountain College, Montana State University and The University of Montana are the top bachelor's Psychology programs in Montana by graduate earnings. Rocky Mountain College leads with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $29,910, College Scorecard. Montana State University, The University of Montana and Montana State University Billings award the most Psychology degrees in Montana: 159, 121 and 34 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 10 Montana colleges offer Psychology and award 384 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Psychology program, specifically in General Psychology, explores the complexities of human behavior and mental processes. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding psychological principles and applying them to…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, 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 | Rocky Mountain College Billings Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $29,910 | 21 | 48% | $17,369 | — |
| 2 | Montana State University Bozeman Public · Bachelor's degree | $28,928 | 159 | 57% | — | $22,977 |
| 3 | The University of Montana Missoula Public · Bachelor's degree | $25,023 | 121 | 48% | — | $27,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Psychology degrees in Montana
Top 7 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, 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 | Montana State University Bozeman Public | 159 | $28,928 |
| 2 | The University of Montana Missoula Public | 121 | $25,023 |
| 3 | Montana State University Billings Billings Public | 34 | Not reported |
| 4 | Rocky Mountain College Billings Private not-for-profit | 21 | $29,910 |
| 5 | Carroll College Helena Private not-for-profit | 14 | Not reported |
| 6 | The University of Montana-Western Dillon Public | 7 | Not reported |
| 7 | Blackfeet Community College Browning Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Montana colleges offering Psychology
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Providence | Great Falls | Private not-for-profit | 14 |
| Salish Kootenai College | Pablo | Public | 10 |
| Fort Peck Community College | Poplar | Public | 3 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).
Top skills
What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Montana
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Psychology programs in Montana.
Which Montana colleges award the most Psychology degrees?+
Montana State University (159 graduates a year), The University of Montana (121 graduates a year) and Montana State University Billings (34 graduates a year) award the most Psychology degrees in Montana, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 10 Montana colleges offer Psychology.
What is the best college for Psychology in Montana?+
By graduate earnings, Rocky Mountain College leads among bachelor's Psychology programs in Montana, with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $29,910, College Scorecard. Montana State University and The University of Montana follow. By degrees awarded, Montana State University is the largest, with 159 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25).
Which Psychology program in Montana has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Rocky Mountain College tops the list at $29,910. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Montana?+
The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Montana is $106,980 (median $68,160), across about 150 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Psychology program?+
The Psychology program, specifically in General Psychology, explores the complexities of human behavior and mental processes. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding psychological principles and applying them to…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, active listening, writing, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?+
The national job outlook is about +11.2% growth with around 4,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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