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16 Resources
1. Montana University System — Free
The Montana University System coordinates public colleges and universities statewide, administering state scholarships, college-planning tools, and the Montana Tuition Assistance Program. Fathers thinking about school — or helping a child apply — can explore MUS financial aid resources, transfer guides, and career pathways at mus.edu. The Helena Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education answers policy questions.
406-449-9124 · 560 N Park Ave, Helena, MT 59601 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
2. MSU Billings – City College — Paid
Two-year division of Montana State University Billings offering affordable associate degrees, technical certificates, and workforce training in Billings. Fathers returning to school can pursue programs in trades, healthcare, business, and IT, with flexible day/evening/online schedules and credits that transfer to MSU Billings and other four-year schools. Financial aid staff help file FAFSA and apply for state and institutional scholarships.
406-247-3000 · 3803 Central Ave, Billings, MT 59102 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
3. Missoula College – UM — Paid
University of Montana's two-year college offering associate degrees and career-track certificates in Missoula, including nursing, welding, IT, accounting, and early childhood. Fathers can enroll full or part time and pursue credits that stack into a UM bachelor's program. Financial aid counselors assist with FAFSA, Pell Grants, Montana scholarships, and veterans benefits; in-person advising is available on campus.
406-243-7882 · 1205 E Broadway, Missoula, MT 59812 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
4. FAFSA – Federal Student Aid — Free
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens the door to federal Pell Grants, subsidized and unsubsidized loans, work-study, and most state and institutional aid at Montana colleges. Fathers — whether starting school, returning, or helping a dependent — can complete the FAFSA online in about 30 minutes with tax info and Social Security numbers. There's no cost to file; call the hotline for help in English or Spanish.
800-433-3243 · 24/7 online · Visit Website
5. Gallatin College – MSU Bozeman — Paid
Two-year college of Montana State University in Bozeman offering affordable associate degrees and workforce certificates in fields like welding, photonics, nursing aide, IT, and culinary arts. Fathers can enroll part time while working, and credits typically transfer into MSU bachelor's programs. Gallatin College financial aid staff help file FAFSA, apply for scholarships, and line up WIOA or employer tuition support.
406-994-6550 · Bozeman, MT 59717 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
6. Flathead Valley Community College — Paid
Accredited community college in Kalispell serving the Flathead Valley and northwest Montana with associate degrees, workforce certificates, dual-enrollment for high schoolers, and transfer pathways to four-year schools. Fathers can pursue programs in nursing, welding, business, early childhood, and more — on campus, online, or hybrid. Staff help with FAFSA, Montana Promise tuition waivers, and veterans benefits.
406-756-3822 · 777 Grandview Dr, Kalispell, MT 59901 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
7. Montana Adult Education – GED Programs — Free
Statewide network of free adult education programs helping Montanans earn a High School Equivalency (HiSET/GED), strengthen basic skills, and prepare for college or trade school. Fathers can find the closest program through the Office of Public Instruction's Adult Education page; classes are offered days, evenings, and online. Testing fees may be waived through partnering providers, and many centers also teach English and digital literacy.
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8. Great Falls College – MSU — Paid
Two-year MSU campus in Great Falls offering associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training in healthcare, trades, business, and IT. Fathers can enroll full or part time and take advantage of flexible scheduling, online options, and stackable credits that transfer to four-year schools. The financial aid office helps students complete FAFSA, apply for Montana scholarships, and line up tuition waivers and veterans benefits.
406-268-3700 · 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
9. Helena College – UM — Paid
Two-year campus of the University of Montana in Helena offering associate degrees, workforce training, and technical certificates in fields such as aviation, welding, nursing, and accounting. Fathers can enroll part time while working and transfer credits into UM and other four-year schools. On-campus advisors help students complete FAFSA, apply for scholarships, and access veterans benefits and workforce funding.
406-447-6900 · 1115 N Roberts St, Helena, MT 59601 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
10. Montana Tech – Butte — Paid
Four-year public university in Butte focused on engineering, mining, health professions, cybersecurity, and applied sciences within the Montana University System. Fathers seeking a career-focused degree can apply online; admissions staff help with transcripts, FAFSA, scholarships, and transfer credits from other Montana colleges. Montana Tech also offers online programs for working adults and veterans at reduced rates.
406-496-4101 · 1300 W Park St, Butte, MT 59701 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
11. MSU Northern – Havre — Paid
Montana State University Northern in Havre offers affordable bachelor's and associate degrees in fields like diesel technology, nursing, business, education, and agriculture, with strong hands-on programs for Hi-Line residents. Fathers can apply online or in person; financial aid counselors help with FAFSA, Montana scholarships, and veterans benefits. Evening, online, and hybrid options support working parents.
406-265-3700 · 300 13th St W, Havre, MT 59501 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
12. Dawson Community College – Glendive — Paid
Public two-year college in Glendive serving eastern Montana and western North Dakota with associate degrees, workforce certificates, and dual-enrollment for high schoolers. Fathers can choose programs in business, education, healthcare, and trades — many transferable to four-year schools. The financial aid office assists with FAFSA, state scholarships, and tribal scholarships, and on-campus housing is available for rural students.
406-377-3396 · 300 College Dr, Glendive, MT 59330 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
13. Miles Community College — Paid
Public two-year college in Miles City offering associate degrees, workforce certificates, and dual enrollment to students across eastern Montana. Fathers can choose programs in business, healthcare, agriculture, and trades. On-campus housing is available, along with online and hybrid courses for working parents. Advisors help complete FAFSA, apply for state and institutional scholarships, and plan transfers to four-year schools.
406-874-6100 · 2715 Dickinson St, Miles City, MT 59301 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
14. Aaniiih Nakoda College – Fort Belknap — Paid
Tribally controlled college in Harlem serving the Fort Belknap Indian Community and surrounding area with associate degrees, certificates, and culturally grounded Aaniiih and Nakoda language and studies programs. Fathers can apply in person or online; advisors help with FAFSA, BIA higher education grants, and tribal scholarships. Flexible course schedules accommodate working parents living on and near the reservation.
406-353-2607 · Harlem, MT 59526 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website
15. Blackfeet Community College – Browning — Paid
Tribal college in Browning serving the Blackfeet Reservation and the wider Hi-Line, offering associate degrees, certificates, and Blackfoot language and cultural studies. Fathers can apply on campus or online; advisors help with FAFSA, tribal higher education grants, and BIA scholarships. Programs include business, education, human services, and natural resources, many of which transfer to Montana State or University of Montana.
406-338-5421 · Browning, MT 59417 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
16. Salish Kootenai College – Pablo — Paid
Tribal college on the Flathead Reservation in Pablo offering associate and bachelor's degrees in fields like nursing, tribal governance, education, forestry, and computer engineering. Fathers of any background can apply, though tribal members receive priority for many scholarships and BIA aid. Advisors help file FAFSA, tribal scholarships, and veteran benefits. On-campus housing is available for students from across Montana.
406-275-4800 · 58138 US-93, Pablo, MT 59855 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm · Visit Website