History
In 1969 Vocational Technical Centers were established by the Montana Legislature in Great Falls, Butte, Helena, Missoula and Billings to offer employment training in vocational and technical fields including adult education, licensed practical nursing, dental assisting and food services. Original governance was under the Great Falls School District.
Education
Students can choose from a diverse curriculum including campus learning, distance education and online courses. Great Falls College opens opportunities for all – whether you are a freshman student, transfer student, re-admit student, international or seeking home schooling options. The faculty is highly experienced and knowledgeable.
The academic programs at Great Falls College MSU offer the following degrees:
- Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS)
- Certificate of Applied Science (CAS)
- Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
- Associate of Arts (AA)
- Associate of Science (AS)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
Research
The Office of Institutional Research advances the mission and strategic goals of the College by collecting, organizing, analyzing, and reporting institutional data. The office is responsible for conducting campus- and department-level institutional research to support informed decision making, continuous improvement, planning, and accountability efforts.
Career
- Career Coach is designed to help you find a good career by providing the most current local data on wages, employment, job postings, and associated education and training.
- Resume Builder helps you put together a basic resume quickly. You just have to fill out each section and then preview/download your resume!
Distance Learning Courses
Business & Management (1)
- Associate Degree Accounting
Medicine & Health (1)
- Associate Degree Respiratory Therapy
Housing services
Because Great Falls College MSU does not have housing associated with this institution, students must make their own housing arrangements.
Library services
The library serves as the major information resource on campus. It contributes to the educational process and assists students in achieving success by maintaining a well-balanced collection of materials in a variety of formats and by providing knowledgeable staff to help patrons with their information needs. The library also exists to foster the broader educational ideals of life-long learning.
Campus life
On campus you will find:
- Regular Classrooms
- Tiered Classrooms
- Computer Classrooms
- The Heritage Hall
- The Breakout Area
- The Atrium
Student clubs
There are lots of ways to get involved on campus for students looking to enhance their college experience.The Associated Students of GFC MSU (Student Government) is led by four officers each year who guide the Senate in planning activities for the campus, using student funds, and helping grow student leaders.The Beta Eta Omicron chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society is focused on academic excellence, leadership development, and community service. A variety of other clubs include programs of study (such as LPN Students, Respiratory Care Students, and others) and interest groups (such as a Christian Student Association, Native American Student Group, and STEM Club).
Great Falls College MSU is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, an independent, non-profit membership organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as the regional authority on educational quality and institutional effectiveness of higher education institutions in the Northwest region of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, and Washington.