Yellowstone Times

For the second consecutive year, Bozeman has been recognized as the top college town in the United States by RentCafe.com. This accolade highlights Bozeman's appeal as the home of Montana State University (MSU), citing factors such as affordability, educational quality, and a well-educated population. Additionally, Bozeman offers abundant natural amenities and hosts numerous startup companies and major employers that provide valuable opportunities for students.

Montana State University reported a record enrollment of 16,237 students for the spring 2025 semester, marking five years of continuous growth during this period. The university offers over 250 undergraduate programs and more than 115 graduate programs. MSU is also recognized as the largest research institution in Montana and holds a Carnegie top-tier research ranking.

RentCafe.com's rankings were informed by U.S. Census data and placed several other western and mountain state college towns in the top ten. These include Pullman, Washington at No. 2; Moscow, Idaho at No. 7; and Provo, Utah at No. 8.

Further details can be accessed on RentCafe’s website or through montana.edu/about for more information about MSU.