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Colleges / University of Montana

University of Montana

Missoula, MT 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate93%
Acceptance Rate93%

About University of Montana

At UM, we approach everything with creativity because that’s what this evolving world needs. We are stewards of this place, its history and our future. We are driving forward together, affecting change that is right for our place and people. We know of no better place than Montana and its university to make a lasting impact on the common good.

As Montana’s flagship university, we set a high bar for academic studies, creative accomplishments and scientific exploration which benefit our students, our community and the world at large.

The University draws a diverse, global population to Missoula – our home and the state’s second-largest city with about 80,000 residents – and helps cultivate an educated, engaged and vibrant community. Our students receive a world-class education in a broad range of subjects that include the arts, sciences, trades, graduate and postdoctoral study and professional training.

Our main campus, nestled in the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, spans 56 acres at the base of Mount Sentinel and along the Clark Fork River, and includes the park-like Oval at the center of campus, more than 60 architecturally unique buildings and a 25,200-seat football stadium. UM's 180-acre South Campus offers student housing, a golf course, soccer fields and an outdoor track facility.

University of Montana is a public, state school in the city of Missoula, Montana. University of Montana was founded in 1893. The college currently enrolls around 10,106 students a year, including 7,223 undergrad students.

University of Montana Acceptance Rate 2022

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Montana. University of Montana admitted 82% of all applicants in 2022. In 2022, 7,233 students applied to University of Montana and 5,941 were admitted.

University of Montana Admissions Facts At-A-Glance
Overall Acceptance Rate 82%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate EA not offered
Average GPA 3.4
Test Optional Yes
Applicants Submitting SAT scores 9%

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University of Montana Campus Tours

University of Montana is locatedin the city of Missoula, Montana,.

If you are interested in seeing University of Montana for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 90 to Missoula, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Missoula International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what University of Montana and Missoula are like without leaving home.

College Info

32 Campus Drive Missoula, MT 59812

Campus Setting: Urban

University of Montana Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 25

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 25

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Montana is Aug 25.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Montana is Aug 25.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of Montana ACT Scores

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ACT Range

21 - 26

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

26 and Above

Good

21 to 26

Avg

21 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to University of Montana is 24. Students with an ACT score of 26 and above have a good chance of getting into University of Montana. Students with an ACT score that falls between 21 and 26 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 21 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

University of Montana SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

Not available

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Math SAT Range

520 - 620

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Reading SAT Range

540 - 650

University of Montana Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

$19,646

In State

$40,406

Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$5,352
$26,112
Fees
$2,140
$2,140
Housing
$11,054
$11,054
Books
$1,100
$1,100

Student Life

Wondering what life at University of Montana is like? There are approximately 9,808 students enrolled at University of Montana, including 6,975 undergraduate students and 2,833 graduate students. 81% percent of students attend school full-time, 70% percent are from MT and 30% percent of students are from other states.

81%

Full Time

19%

Part Time

70%

In State

30%

Out-of-State

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

9,808

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

93%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$7,492

Out-of-State

$28,252

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 25
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