10 AI and machine learning programs at 6 schools in Montana.
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The strongest AI programs in Montana on this list are led by Montana State University, The University of Montana, and Carroll College. Schools are ordered using our ranking for Montana, drawn from 10 programs at 6 schools.
Best AI programs in Montana
Rank
School
Location
1
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT
2
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT
3
Carroll College
Helena, MT
4
Montana Technological University
Butte, MT
5
Rocky Mountain College
Billings, MT
6
University of Providence
Great Falls, MT
School names are plain text in the table. Profiles and write-ups are below when available.
How we ranked this list
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 75% of programs on this list have full scoring data. Read the full ranking methodology.
Top schools in Montana
Each school lists a quick overview (program, estimated cost, format) plus a short program summary with links to official school pages and related program paths. Tuition figures are published estimates—confirm current totals on the school’s program page before you apply.
1
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT
Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence
Overview
Availability: Varies
Estimated tuition total: Confirm on school site
Credits: Confirm on school site
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery
NSA CAE: NSA CAE (CAE-CD)
Program summary
Montana State University sits in Bozeman. Positioned as an AI/ML program on paper; verify labs, final projects, and math required courses match the intensity you want.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Carroll College)
Program summary
Students looking at Helena will find Carroll College on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Montana Technological University)
Program summary
Montana Technological University sits in Butte. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (Rocky Mountain College)
Program summary
Rocky Mountain College sits in Billings. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
Best for: Students comparing this specialty on cost and delivery (University of Providence)
Program summary
Students looking at Great Falls will find University of Providence on this list. Most of the work is on campus—labs and cohort access are part of the draw. This is a broader degree, not a standalone AI program.
On this state ranking, Montana State University, The University of Montana, and Carroll College appear near the top. We list 6 schools offering AI programs in Montana. Confirm format and admissions on each school site.
How many AI programs are in Montana?
About 10 AI programs at 6 schools show up for Montana on this list. Confirm current offerings on each school site.
Online or campus?
Both can appear on state lists. Check each program’s delivery format and any required campus visits.
How does AIDegrees rank these programs?
We order schools on this page using our ranking method, with more weight on affordability (30%), student outcomes (25%), curriculum (25%). Figures draw from published school tuition and U.S. Department of Education outcomes data when available. Schools cannot pay for a higher rank. About 75% of programs on this list have full scoring data. See the full ranking methodology for weights and data sources.
State list or overall ranking?
Use both—state lists help with in-state tuition and local networks; overall lists compare research strength and online options.
