STATEMontanaPromise Grant

Montana Promise Grant

Montana Promise Grant helps eligible students afford their first two years of college at participating community colleges, tribal colleges, and two-year institutions within the Montana University System, in a program leading to:

  • Transfer into a second-year program at another college, or
  • An associate degree, or
  • A professional certificate.

The grant provides $500 per semester for part-time students (6–11 credits) and $1,000 per semester for full-time students (12 or more credits). Funding is available for the Fall and Spring semesters only, contingent upon continued funding. 1

Enrollment LevelAward Amount
6–11 credits$500
12 or more credits$1,000

FAQ

Who is eligible for Montana Promise Grant?

To be eligible for a grant under the program, a student must:

  1. Be enrolled at least half-time at a Montana community college, tribal college, or a two-year institution within the Montana University System.
  2. Have been a Montana resident for at least 12 months before applying.
  3. Have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET).
  4. Have a minimum 2.5 GPA (or meet another academic standard set by the Board of Regents).
  5. Submit the FAFSA and accept all available federal and state grants.
  6. Have not yet completed 60 credit hours or earned an associate degree.

How do I apply for Montana Promise Grant?

To apply for this grant, students must be admitted to an eligible college and submit the FAFSA. Students are encouraged to complete the FAFSA as early as possible for the best chance of funding, as priority deadlines vary by institution.

Footnotes

  1. Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education. Montana Promise Grant – Eligibility Criteria and Procedure. ↩

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