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Associate of Applied Science in General Applied Business

Montana State University - Billings

USA,Montana

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 11,093/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 35

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Montana

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1927

Total Students: 4,416 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1500 University Dr, Billings, MT 59101, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Associate of Applied Science in General Applied Business

Program Overview

It was famously said that “the chief business of the American people is business,” and that certainly holds true today. There are few college degrees as versatile or potentially profitable as a degree in business. At City College, you will learn the basics of the business world in an affordable and personal setting. The General Applied Business AAS gives you an overview of multiple business concepts, from accounting to entrepreneurship. It focuses on the business skills you need, with a few core general education courses to help support it. It is the perfect fit for a student who wants to supplement a previous degree with some business expertise or the student who wants to complete their business education in a two-year time frame. This program is conveniently offered online, utilizing interactive simulations to help you hone your business skills.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Associate Degree

Application Processing Days

10 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Not Available
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 35

Tuition Fee

CAD 11,093 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Montana State University - Billings

CAD 11,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 68
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School.

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship MSU Presidential Scholarship	International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship: Must be an international student offered full admission (not conditional) to MSU as a freshman or transfer student. Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5+ on a 4.0 scale. Renewal: Annually renewable with a minimum 3.0 GPA, full-time enrollment, and non-resident status MSU Presidential Scholarship: Open to first-year international students with full Fall admission (not conditional and not transfer). Based on academic excellence, leadership, and personal achievement. Application deadline is in early December; students are also considered for the Honors College with this application. LINK: https://www.montana.edu/international/admissions/INTL_UG_Scholarships.html	International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship: Freshman students: $5,000 to $12,000 per year based on GPA Transfer students: $7,000 per year MSU Presidential Scholarship: Full tuition waiver, generous annual stipend, and other incentives for 4 years

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.