Overview
Enrollment
Salish Kootenai College, located in Pablo, Montana on the Flathead Indian Reservation, serves as a tribal college primarily focused on preserving Native American culture while providing higher education opportunities. The campus, situated in the Mission Valley region of western Montana, features modern educational facilities that incorporate traditional Native American design elements. Founded in 1977 through the efforts of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, the college offers associate and bachelor's degrees with particular emphasis on Native American Studies, Forestry, Environmental Science, and Nursing programs. The institution maintains strong connections to tribal communities while providing open enrollment to both Native and non-Native students, with on-campus housing available in apartment-style residences designed to accommodate both traditional students and families.
Annual Cost to Attend
In District Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,323 |
| Room and Board | $7,020 |
| Other Expenses Budget | $2,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $15,231 |
Montana Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,500 |
| Other Fees | $1,323 |
| Room and Board | $7,020 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,400 |
| Total One Year Cost | $17,319 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 28% |
| Business | 20% |
| Education | 15% |
| Transportation and Materials Moving | 13% |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 7% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=180647 IPEDS survey data for Salish Kootenai College.
Current students may use the Salish Kootenai College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024