About Rocky Mountain College
Rocky Mountain College is a private, 4-year institution of higher learning that was founded in 1878 and located in the city of Billings, Montana. Originally, Rocky Mountain College was called Montana Collegiate Institute. Through the next couple of decades, the school changed its name and relocated to its present day location. Since its foundation, the school has been affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the United Church of Christ. The mission statement of Rocky Mountain College is “Rocky Mountain College educates future leaders through liberal arts and professionals programs that cultivate critical thinking, creative expression, ethical decision-making, informed citizenship, and professional experience.”
The school is a comprehensive liberal arts college that offers undergraduate, graduate, and pre-professional programs. Academic support programs offered include tutoring, Services for Academic Success, a writing center, and LEAP (Leadership, Engagement, and Achievement Program). This includes peer mentoring and leadership development opportunities.
Accreditation & Licensing
Rocky Mountain College is accredited by:
Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)
Type:
4-year, Private not-for-profitHighest Level Offered:
Doctor's degreeReligious Affiliation:
United Church of ChristEnrollment:
Undergraduate: 891 ; Graduate: 292Percent of Fully Online Students:
Undergraduate: Less than 1% ; Graduate: 7%Graduation Rate:
47%Median Earnings, 10-Years After Degree Completion:
$49,036Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):
$26,000Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:
98%Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:
$24,454Yellow Ribbon Program:
YesCredit for Military Training:
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Geographic and Educational Overview
Rocky Mountain College is located in Montana
Montana at a Glance:
Top Majors in Montana:
Top Incentives in Montana:
- Montana Higher Education Grant: Up to $2,000 annually
Top Career Pathways in Montana:
- Entry Level: Resource Specialist ($45,000)
- Mid Level: Conservation Manager ($75,000)
- Senior Level: Program Director ($110,000+)
- Required Education: BS Environmental Science
- Certifications: PWS, CISEC