The average annual cost of attendance for Undergraduate Programs is 2,213,342 INR / Year, and the cost of attendance for Post Graduate Programs is roughly 1,484,979 INR / Year for overseas students. The amount may vary depending on the course chosen, the type of lodging, and the candidate's personal spending habits.

MSU provides students with both on-campus and off-campus housing options. On-campus housing choices include residence halls with single and double rooms. The price of several meal plans ranges between 1665 and 1840 USD. A double room costs between 1870 and 2250 USD per semester, whereas a single room costs between 2262 and 2725 USD per semester. Off-campus accommodation costs roughly 1000 to 1500 USD per month on average.

The institution has a total enrollment of 16703 students, 350+ of them are international students. Admission to Montana State University is more selective, with an acceptance rate of 81%.

Montana State University's Flagship Campus is spread across broad areas and is equipped with a number of student-friendly features. Dining halls, living halls, parking spaces, and a stadium are among the facilities available. The university has a sports and fitness centre that fosters students' fitness and personal development. Students can take advantage of amenities such as massage, sports club, outdoor activities, and group exercise through this centre. Students can also have fun by joining in the Procrastinator Theatre, which is run by students at this university. Other notable campuses of this university are MSU Billings, MSU Northern, and Great Falls College MSU, in addition to the Flagship Campus.

Montana State University has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU)

MSU provides tremendous career support to its students through service-learning, research, and internship opportunities. MSU's Career Service handles resume writing, credential file service, a career resource library, campus interview preparation, and mock interview preparation. According to US News, the median starting wage for graduates is USD 41,700. After two years, approximately 78 percent of ANU graduates/alumni are employed.