Northwest College and Montana State University — Billings have established a 2+2 partnership to allow NWC graduates who have completed an associate of science degree to seamlessly transition to a bachelor of science in business administration degree with the general business, accounting, finance, management or marketing degree option at MSU Billings.

“For many students at Northwest College, finding a university with good programs and flexibility is key,“ NWC Interim President Lisa Watson said. “Many of our students are also regionally close and like the feel of a smaller institution. Creating a 2+2 partnership with MSU Billings for the bachelor of science in business administration is a wonderful fit, designed to support our students and their success for years to come.“

NWC graduates who choose to participate in the 2+2 program will be able to earn an MSUB business bachelor‘s degree completely online or in person in two years if they are full-time students. They will also be afforded the same treatment and protection as other MSUB students enrolled, and the criteria for acceptance into MSUB is the same.

“We‘re excited to partner with Northwest College to create a streamlined pathway for their graduates to further their educational opportunities,” said MSUB Chancellor Stefani Hicswa, who served as NWC’s president through January. “Their students are a good fit to finish their degree at MSUB. Our College of Business is AACSB accredited and properly prepares our graduates for the workforce.”