Montana State University, College of Business Accounting Program Profile

Montana State University
Bozeman, MT
College of Business
Bachelor of Science in Business; Accounting Major

The undergraduate accounting program at Montana State University is designed to provide students with the business skills and technical proficiency necessary for successful careers in areas like:

• Industrial accounting
• Governmental accounting
• Auditing/assurance
• Tax consulting
• Corporate accounting
•  Nonprofit or governmental accounting
• Financial analysis
• Venture capital
• Financial planning

Accounting majors can expect to learn the standard principles of the discipline, as well as valuable professional skills applicable to any career, like interpersonal communication and critical thinking.

A rigorous on-campus recruiting program and numerous internship opportunities ensure that students graduate from Montana State University sufficiently prepared to enter the competitive job market. Specialized programs like the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program further contribute to students’ professional development by allowing them to perform real-world accounting tasks.

What’s the school’s contact information?
College of Business
Montana State University
P.O. Box 173040
Bozeman, MT 59717-3040
Phone: 406-994-4423
Fax: 406-994-6206

Type of school? Public

How much is tuition?
Annual in-state tuition: $ 6,472
Annual out-of-state tuition: $ 19,109
Room and board: $ 7,840
Required fees: $ 3,130
Books and supplies: $ 7,840

What’s the typical student profile?
Montana State University has a total enrollment of 11,579 undergraduate students. Of the student population, 55 percent are male and 45 percent are female.

What type of test scores do I need?
Range for SAT Critical Reading: 490-620
Range for SAT Math: 500-620
Range for SAT Writing: 480-600
Range for ACT Composite: 21-28

Regular application deadline: Rolling

Career and placement
In the fall semester, the College of Business hosts an annual Meet the Accounting Recruiters event on campus, which gives students the opportunity to network with distinguished accounting professionals. Attendees are able to make valuable connections with hiring employers, which can lead to an internship or permanent position.

Montana State has partnered with the Montana Society of CPAs to create Montana Connection, an online job database designed to connect hiring employers to Montana accounting students and alumni.

Additionally, Montana State’s Career Services offers numerous resources for students preparing to enter the work force, including:

• Self-assessment programs
• Job search assistance
• Career coaching
• Professional development workshops
• Career fairs
• Career-focused events

In addition to securing an internship, accounting majors are encouraged to join one of the College of Business’ two accounting student organizations. The Accounting Club and Beta Alpha Psi, a national honor society for accounting students, both host a variety of events and community service initiatives, all designed to contribute to students’ professional development.

All data is as of 2012.