Education

Which costs more: A year in college, or a year in preschool?

Parents of a college student in Montana can expect to shell out between $6,350 - $6,750 a year in college tuition, depending if you’re a Griz or a Bobcat. But parents with a four year old in...

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School Levy Roundup

Although we typically focus on state budget issues here at MBPC, local taxes are an important part of our tax system. Last week, voters in many districts across Montana were asked to approve local...

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Congrats, grad! Now here's the bill.

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State-funding for Pre-K in Montana Gains Momentum

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State Trust Lands: A Critical Investment for our Schools

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Wonky Word Wednesdays: Nonbeneficiary

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State Tribal Colleges: An Important Investment

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Kids Count Report: How Montana's Children Measure UP

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Montana Budget & Policy Center

Shaping policy for a stronger Montana.

MBPC is a nonprofit organization focused on providing credible and timely research and analysis on budget, tax, and economic issues that impact low- and moderate-income Montana families.