Last Updated: Oct 05, 2023 at 4:12pm
University of Montana
950 Arthur Avenue
Gilkey Building
Missoula, MT 59812
United States
Institution Overview
We know what you’re thinking: Is Montana right for me? UM isn’t just a place for those who know their path. It’s a place for discovery and exploration — for finding the route to a life and career with meaning. You are the why. The University of Montana is the how.Unbridled curiosity, untamed creativity: There’s more to the University of Montana than our mountainous academics … but, let’s face it, they’re pretty impressive. From finance to welding to forestry to law — we offer you more than 175 academic programs to summit success.
Our mission is Montana: A top-ranked R1 research university, Montana’s impact is felt locally and globally, with Grizzlies going on to find success at home and abroad. What’s made at the University of Montana is remaking the world.
Learn from the best: There’s no better way to kickstart a meaningful career – and life – than by learning from those at the top of their field. From professional certificates and technical subjects to advanced research, UM’s faculty know what they’re talking about.
Paying for your education: Investing in a UM education will pay dividends for the rest of your life. That's because UM's bang for your buck is unbeatable. We offer a low cost of attendance and serious financial aid.
Discover your student experience: The UM experience is different for each student, but for every Grizzly it is defined by a unique combination of community, well-being, inclusivity, engagement and support.
Basic Stats
Type: In-State College / University
Enrollment: 10327
Student-Faculty Ratio: 13:1
Affiliations:
Comprehensive Liberal Arts University
Montana University System
Comprehensive Liberal Arts University
Montana University System
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Costs
In-State Tuition By Credit: $650
Out-Of-State Cost By Credit: $1649
In-State Tuition Cost Per Year: $8152
Out-Of-State Cost Per Year: $31622
Books & Supplies Per Year: $1100
Room & Board Per Year: $12192
Application Fee: $30
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In relentless in pursuit of the future: From connections forged in the classroom to career networking that will take you places you've only dreamed of, UM students go on to become successful graduates who love to lend a hand when it comes to lifting up the next generation. More than 100,000 UM students have been minted UM alumni since our inaugural Commencement ceremony in 1898 celebrated first graduates Ella Robb Glenny and Eloise Knowles. With bonds formed on campus and knowledge acquired in and outside the classroom, today's graduates continue to serve society, our communities and one another.From student to teacher: The need for music educators across Montana is at a crisis level in rural and non-rural districts. Luckily, graduates of UM's School of Music are ready to step into these roles across the state and beyond.
Behind the scenes: Six filmmakers from UM were part of a small movie crew that built a replica of the Unabomber’s cabin and shot 400 hours of footage on the property for the feature-length movie "Ted K" that was released in 2022. “It was my first job working in the assistant camera department and it was a wild ride,” says media arts graduate Caelan Fisher.
It all adds up: Stella Hyde became enthralled with accounting after her first class in UM's College of Business and it wasn't long before she started spending nearly all her time in the Gallagher Business Building. Her involvement across the college led her to not one, but four internships with some of the nation’s largest and most prestigious accounting firms.
Where you are, where you’re going — it all starts here. World-class academics, in the classroom and the great outdoors, on one hand. Internships, real-world know how and meaningful industry connections on the other. All-encompassing and awe-inspiring: UM is the academic home to more than 10,000 Grizzlies across a variety of studies, including undergraduate and graduate programs and technical certifications, all of whom contribute their passion and practicality toward stewardship and sustainability for the world around us. Leading the way: At the University of Montana, our faculty aren’t just teachers: They’re committed mentors who re-imagine how to best deliver curriculum and who possess a passion for helping students forge their own way in academic and professional settings.
In 2022, the acceptance rate for students who graduated from UM's pre-med advising program was a whopping 70%. For reference, the national average medical school acceptance rate is 41%. These numbers don't lie: It's clear that UM's pre-med formula of student support and intensive academic advising is working.
Career Pathways offered by institution
• Arts, A/V Technology and Communication• Business Management
• Design & Construction
• Education
• Finance
• Health Professions
• Hospitality & Tourism
• Human Services
• Information Technology
• Marketing
• STEM
• Transportation
• Welding & Fabrication
• Other Specialized Programs
• Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Academic Programs
WHAT'S MADE IN MONTANA IS REMAKING THE WORLD.At the University of Montana, our mission is simple. Our mission is Montana. It is to provide a flagship education that’s as all-encompassing and awe-inspiring as the Treasure State itself. To be a university that’s both accessible and accountable — respected around the world, resourceful in our stewardship of the land that sustains us, and responsive here at home to all of Montana’s communities and Indigenous cultures. From finance to welding to forestry to law — we offer you more than 175 academic programs to summit success.
Dates to Remember
- December 1 - Deadline for Application to the Davidson Honors College to be considered for scholarship
- March 15, April 13th - Admitted Student Days
- May 4, June 8, & June 22 - Go Griz Days
- October 21 & November 4 - Extended Visit Days
Deadlines
Priority Application Deadline: Not applicable - unless students are considering the Davidson Honors College, then you'll want to apply to both the University of Montana and the Davidson Honors College before the first Friday in December
Priority Financial Aid Deadline: Usually December 1, but with the new roll out of the updated Financial Aid application, that date is likely to move back to 2 months after the new FAFSA goes live.
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Student Life & Community
- 3,000 pounds of fresh produce grown each year.
- A strong commitment to reduce, reuse and recycle within our operations
- Campus Dining: Every student wants to know if a college has good grub. At UM, the answer is a resounding “yes”! UM's Campus Dining is recognized for our award-winning team of chefs, sustainability programs and special dining events.
- Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian and halal entrees at every meal.
- NEVER A DULL MOMENT.
- Private, free, one-on-one nutrition counseling with our registered dietitian for all students with residential meal plans.
- The University Center – or the UC, as we call it – is UM's Student Union. It is the hub of campus activity, providing student-focused opportunities, programs, services and space. Inside the UC you'll find the UM Bookstore, the UC Market, the Gaming Den, student life offices, several dining venues, an art gallery, a movie theater, the impressive UC Gardens that span three stories and more.
- There are only so many hours in the day, and with countless groups to join, sports to play and performances to take in, you’ll have no problem filling them. And that’s just on campus. Missoula makes a lot of “best town” lists and for good reason. Take it all in as a Grizzly.
- UM Housing: Our housing options create a living environment that fosters a sense of community and nurtures your educational experiences and personal development. We offer eight on-campus residence halls, apartment-style living in Lewis and Clark Village, and family housing in the University Villages. Welcome home.
- We offer 21 dining venues across campus and two unique student meal plans to satisfy even the most selective palates. And, we not only serve great food, we grow it at our on-campus gardens, too. Eat up.
Highlights
- A place to honor and protect. The University of Montana lies within the aboriginal territories of the Salish and Kalispel people. Today, we honor the path they have always shown us in caring for this place for the generations to come.
- A place where your light shines bright. Helping students like you craft their future ethically and courageously is what we do here. It’s the grizzly way of life in Montana, and also our Latin motto: “Lux et Veritas,” meaning “Light and Truth.”
- Our mission is simple: Our mission is Montana. Founded in 1893, the University of Montana continues to innovate through the courageous creativity of those who call it home. Today, Montana is proud to have over 10,000 Grizzlies across a variety of fields, all of whom contribute their passion and practicality toward stewardship and sustainability for the world around us.
- What's made in Montana is remaking the world. It’s simple: a top-ranked education you can afford. In one of the most gorgeous locations on Earth. With endless student experiences. And a close-knit community that’s dedicated to helping you find success, whatever your success looks like. That’s Montana. And we’re remaking the world, one Grizzly at a time.
Important Things To Know
- At UM, we approach everything with creativity knowing it takes raw thought to boldly reinvent the world evolving around us. Grizzlies live and breathe creativity into every field and major. With experiential learning and service-learning opportunities, our students balance their time in the classroom with time out there in the real world — getting the kind of practical experience that deepens your understanding (and is valued by employers, too).
- If you can dream it, you can research it at UM. We’re a top-tier R1 research institution and the sixth-fastest growing research university in the United States. We’re known for everything from wildlife biology to creative writing, pharmacy to political science, business to climate change, neuroscience to music, and more.
- Learn in the field, making a classroom of the 1.45+ million acres of wilderness that surround UM. Study abroad through global educational experiences that change the way you look at the world around you. Engage with faculty who know your name and connect you with opportunities and professional networks in Missoula and beyond.
- Ready to begin? Explore academic programs at UM.
Last Updated: Oct 05, 2023 at 4:12pm