Montana State named to Forbes list of America’s top colleges
via The Independent Record
Montana State University earned a spot on the Forbes 2026 list of best American colleges. The ranking highlights the institution's graduate outcomes, academic research, and financial aid opportunities.
Montana State University in Bozeman recently placed 345th on Forbes’ annual list of the top 500 colleges in the country, the highest ranking for any school in Montana. The list evaluates 2,600 institutions based on student return-on-investment, graduate success, and the ability to earn prestigious scholarships. This recognition follows a record-breaking year for the university, which saw research expenditures surpass $288 million in 2025.