Salish Kootenai College

Pablo, Montana · Public, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$7,945

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

27.6%

Admission rate

Not available

Undergrad size

580

In-state tuition

$4,311

Out-of-state tuition

$11,583

Cost of attendance

$13,047

Median earnings (10y)

$32,725

Admissions

SAT average
Not available
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
82.3%
Locale
Rural

Programs breakdown

14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (33%), health (24%), stem (22%).

  • STEM22%
  • Health24%
  • Business10%
  • Humanities & arts5%
  • Social sciences33%
  • Trades & services5%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

22 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Associate's18
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Associate's18
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions.Undergraduate certificate16
Psychology, General.Associate's13
Ground Transportation.Undergraduate certificate13$24,002
Forestry.Bachelor's12
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's12
Computer Software and Media Applications.Associate's10
Social Work.Bachelor's10
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions.Associate's9
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Bachelor's8
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities.Associate's8
Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences.Bachelor's8
Forestry.Associate's7
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's7
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Undergraduate certificate7
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education.Undergraduate certificate6
Psychology, General.Bachelor's6
Fine and Studio Arts.Associate's6
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management.Associate's5
Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education.Associate's5
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Associate's5

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Salish Kootenai College

Salish Kootenai College is a small institution located in Pablo, Montana, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 580 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Education, Natural resources.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Salish Kootenai College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $7,945 per year, which is very affordable compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $4,311 for in-state students and $11,583 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $13,047 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 27.6%, a below-average completion outcome. 82.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $32,725 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Salish Kootenai College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Education, Natural resources. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (33% of credentials), health (24% of credentials), stem (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Admission rate data is not reported for this institution, which is typical for open-admission community and trade schools.

Location & campus

Set in Pablo, Montana (rural), Salish Kootenai College draws students from across Montana and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Salish Kootenai College

Q.How much does Salish Kootenai College cost?

The average net price at Salish Kootenai College is $7,945 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $13,047.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Salish Kootenai College?

Salish Kootenai College has a 6-year graduation rate of 27.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How much do Salish Kootenai College graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Salish Kootenai College graduate earns $32,725 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Salish Kootenai College?

Published tuition is $4,311 in-state and $11,583 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Salish Kootenai College located?

Salish Kootenai College is located in Pablo, Montana (ZIP 59855).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Salish Kootenai College at their official website.