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Higher Education
City College at Montana State University Billings offers certificates and two-year degrees in many of today’s in-demand fields such as nursing, ultrasound technology, surgical technician, radiologic technology, paramedic, automobile technicians, diesel technicians, process plant operators, computer system technicians, construction management, welding and metal fabrication, and much more. City College graduates enjoy a 97 percent job placement rate and have an average annual starting salary of $55,193. Learn more at msubillings.edu/ citycollege.
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Montana State University Billings:
No matter where you are in your life, Montana State University Billings can help you achieve the higher education you seek. They offer 100+ certificates, two year, four-year, or master’s degrees in business, health care, education, trades, sciences, and much more. Many of their programs are offered completely online or offers an online or HyFlex option, to accommodate busy life schedules. MSUB has partnerships with numerous business and organizations, which offer students high-quality internships, clinicals, and research opportunities. Many students find themselves with job offers prior to graduation. MSUB’s tuition is also one of the most affordable in the state and offers over $1.8 million annually in scholarships. MSUB is also the only NCAA Division II institution in Montana with 16 sports and the only baseball team in the state. MSUB’s university campus employs over 900 individuals and is the fourth largest employer in Yellowstone County. Visit msubillings.edu for more information.
Rocky Mountain College:
Rocky Mountain College (RMC) is Montana’s first and oldest institution of higher education. RMC consistently ranks as one of the highest-rated comprehensive colleges in the western United States for both value and quality. The low student-to-teacher ratio at RMC appeals to both traditional and nontraditional students, and the College offers more than 50 programs of study, including aviation, equestrian studies, health science-related disciplines as well as professional studies such as business and accounting. RMC has approximately 1,000 students representing 37 states, 20 countries, and 16 tribal nations. The historic campus, located in the heart of Billings–Montana’s largest city, provides valuable outcomes in athletics, the arts, internships, and experiential opportunities for all students. For more information visit rocky.edu.
Walla Walla University:
Walla Walla University’s extension campus in Billings offers a fully accredited MSW Program and provides a learning atmosphere that is challenging, supportive, stimulating and fun. Successful completion of this rigorous academic program opens up possibilities for professional advancement and opportunities for meaningful work. WWU opened this extension campus in 2001 and helps train new mental health providers for this entire region and beyond, reaching as far as Casper, WY, Rapid City, SD, and Bozeman, MT. The campus is located on the historic south side of town in a newly remodeled facility offering spacious classrooms and contemporary equipment to provide an enhanced learning experience. Call the WWU Billings campus phone number at (406) 254-9907 to schedule a visit!
Certified Autism Center
The Billings Chamber of Commerce and Visit Billings have worked with the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), a global leader in online training and certification programs, to be designated as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC). Our staff has completed training and certification in best practices when assisting autistic individuals. By undergoing additional autism-specific training, the goal is for our team to be better equipped to provide better service and experiences to all. To learn more about Certified Autism Center™ please visit www.visitbillings.com/autism-friendly
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