Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor at Highlands College of Montana Tech in Butte, MT

Transportation & Materials Moving CERTIFICATE CIP 49.0205

Total Graduates

Class of 2024

Annual Tuition & Fees

$3,985

In-state, incl. fees

How to read these numbers

Total Graduates counts the students who completed the Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor. credential during the 2024 academic year, not those currently enrolled or applied. Programs of this size can be excellent — often with closer faculty contact — but the small cohort means year-over-year completion counts can swing significantly. The $3,985 figure is the published annual tuition and required fees — what the school officially charges before financial aid. Most students pay less once federal Pell grants, state aid, and institutional scholarships are applied, so treat this as a starting point rather than an expected out-of-pocket cost. Because every accredited college reports the same fields to IPEDS each year, you can compare Highlands College of Montana Tech's figures against similar programs at other schools on a like-for-like basis.

Program Overview

Program Details

Program Name Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operator and Instructor.

Degree Level CERTIFICATE

CIP Code 49.0205

Program Family Transportation & Materials Moving

Recent Outcomes

Total Completions 4 graduates

Award Year 2024

License Requirements for Bus Drivers, School in Montana

Working in this field in Montana may require a state license, depending on the role and how you practice. Check the requirements below before enrolling — license rules shape how much schooling and on-the-job experience you'll need.

Bus Drivers
Department of Justice · State exam required · Experience
Commercial Drivers License (Cdl)
Montana Department of Justice · State exam required · No experience

Source: CareerOneStop License Finder, U.S. Department of Labor. License requirements change — always verify with the issuing agency before enrolling in a program.

Career Outcomes for Graduates

Primary Career Path

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Bus Drivers, School

Average Starting Salary

$47,040

10-Year Job Growth

+0.2%

Career Readiness Score

0/100

100% Program Match

Related Career Paths

Showing top 5 of 6 careers

Career Title	Starting Salary	Growth Rate	Skill Match	Mapping
Bus Drivers, School SOC: 53-3051	$37,632	+0.2%	0%	primary100% confidence
Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity SOC: 53-3052	$45,952	+4.3%	75%	primary100% confidence
Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary SOC: 25-1194	$49,192	+0.7%	75%	primary100% confidence
Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers SOC: 53-3032	$45,952	+4%	75%	primary100% confidence
Light Truck Drivers SOC: 53-3033	$35,312	+7.3%	0%	primary100% confidence

Salary Progression

Starting Salary

$35,280

Peak Salary

$58,800

Total Growth

+67%

Skills You'll Gain

✓ Skills Covered in Program (0)

No specific skills data available

Career Readiness Assessment

Technical Skills Alignment

Education Level Match

85%

Note: Career outcomes and salary data are based on national averages and industry projections. Actual results may vary based on location, experience, and individual circumstances.

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Institution

School Name Highlands College of Montana Tech

Location Butte, MT

Cost Information

In-State Tuition and Fees $3,985

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $10,368

Average Net Price $13,823

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Program Information

CIP Code: 49.0205

CIP Family: 49

IPEDS ID: