Montana Education Exposé

Ready Or Not, Montanan High Schoolers Are Heading To College

Ready Or Not, Montanan High Schoolers Are Heading To College

Fall 2023 proved to be a windfall for the Montana University System. According to the latest headcount, enrollment hit its highest point since the COVID-19 pandemic, reaching 42,010 students. The University of Montana alone enrolled 10,327 students at its main campus. Missoula College had its largest freshman class since 2016. As the graph illustrates, over...

By Benjamin Lindquist, Cody Bendix

The Dawn of Education Freedom in Montana?

The Dawn of Education Freedom in Montana?

In October, an unprecedented event took place. Twenty-six charter school applications were submitted to the Montana Board of Public Education (BPE) for consideration. These 26 applications represent a remarkable statewide initiative to introduce charter schools to the Treasure State, something the education establishment has resisted for 31 years. During that time, 45 other states have...

By Benjamin Lindquist, Cody Bendix