Best Sociology Schools in Montana

Montana has 4 colleges offering Sociology programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 130 recent graduates. Graduates earn $32,188 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $31,633.

Schools in MT

$32,188

MT Avg. Earnings

$31,633

National Avg.

593

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Sociology in Montana

Public Schools (2)

$31,809

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (1)

$33,281

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $1,472 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Sociology Schools in Montana, Ranked by Earnings

The University of Montana

Missoula, MT · Public

$27,515

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $27,751

Graduates: 63

Acceptance: 95.6%

Montana State University

Bozeman, MT · Public

$36,103

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $29,344

Graduates: 67

Acceptance: 86.8%

Carroll College

Helena, MT · Private

$33,281

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 72.6%

Montana State University Billings

Billings, MT ·

$31,851

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Sociology in Montana?

The University of Montana ranks #1 for Sociology in Montana with median graduate earnings of $27,515 within two years of graduation. There are 4 schools offering Sociology programs in the state.

How much do Sociology graduates earn in Montana?

Sociology graduates in Montana earn an average of $32,188 within two years of graduation. This is 2% above the national average of $31,633 for this major.

What is the hardest Sociology school to get into in Montana?

Carroll College is the most selective Sociology program in Montana with an acceptance rate of 72.6%. The average acceptance rate across Sociology programs in the state is 85.0%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Sociology in Montana?

In Montana, private Sociology programs produce average earnings of $33,281 vs $31,809 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 2 public and 1 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Montana

Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering $68,201 Civil Engineering $53,545 Management Information Systems and Services $44,284 Business/Commerce, General $40,033 Accounting and Related Services $39,729 Business Administration, Management and Operations $37,239 Criminal Justice and Corrections $31,588 Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities $30,190

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.