Types of Financial Aid
Financial aid is one of the avenues students use to pay for college tuition and related expenses. There are many different types of financial aid. Apply for financial aid.
Grants
Grants are a form of financial aid that do not have to be paid back and are mainly awarded to students who are in need of financial help. Listed below are a couple of grant programs in Montana and beyond. Read more about Grants.
Loans
There are several types of loan programs. Eligibility is determined by your school’s financial aid office from information provided on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Read more about Loans.
Scholarships
A scholarship is a type of financial aid provided to a student based on academic achievements, financial need, or on other factors. Scholarships do not have to be repaid. Read more about Scholarships.
Tuition Waivers
Fee waivers are non-cash scholarships. The Montana University System offers various fee waivers to students who meet specific criteria. If you are eligible, your tuition is waived. Fee waivers, however, do not cover registration, mandatory, class or other miscellaneous fees. Read more about tuition waivers.
Veterans Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs administers a variety of education benefit programs. Many Veterans and active duty personnel can qualify for more than one education benefits program. Read more about veterans benefits.
Work Study
Work study is a federal program in which students work at a job avilable on their campus and earn a wage. Read more about work study.
Campus Financial Aid Offices
Montana State University
| Campus |
Financial Aid Office |
| MSU – Bozeman | 406-994-2845 |
| MSU – Billings | 406-657-1789 |
| MSU – Billings College of Technology | 406-657-1789 |
| MSU – Northern | 800-662-6132 406-265-3787 |
| MSU –Great Falls College of Technology | 800-446-2698 406-771-4410 |
| Gallatin College at Montna State University | 406-994-2845 |
| Campus | Financial Aid Office |
| UM - Missoula | 406-243-5373 |
| Missoula College - University of Montana | 406-243-5373 |
| Helena College - University of Montana | 406-444-6883 |
| Montana Tech | 406-496-4212 |
| Highlands College of Montana Tech | 406-496-4212 |
| UM - Western | 406-683-7511 |
| Campus | Financial Aid Office |
| Dawson Community College | 800-821-8320 406-377-3396 |
| Flathead Valley Community College | 406-756-3849 |
| Miles Community College | 800-541-9281 406-874-6100 |