Mountains, rivers, hiking, and skiing--157 miles to Glacier National Park!
University of Montana
Missoula, Montana
11,064
Students on Campus
Missoula
Location
79,153
Metro Population
11,064
Students on Campus
Missoula
Location
79,153
Metro Population
About This Campus
Chartered in 1893, UM offers a broad liberal arts and science curriculum. Fully accredited, the University offers over 174 majors/minors. More than 80% of the full-time teaching faculty hold the highest degree offered in their field. Enrollment is approximately 10,100 with 37% of students from out-of-state. The 200-acre campus is centered on a tree-lined oval, skirted by the Clark Fork River. Rated as a top US city for biking, Missoula is an outdoor mecca where students enjoy year-round recreation including downhill/cross-country skiing, rock climbing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, fishing, camping, and more! Missoula is the second-largest city in Montana and is often referred to as the cultural center of Montana. Students take advantage of the city's unique cultural activities - downtown farmer's markets, art walks, festivals, and concerts in Caras Park just minutes from campus. Because of its mild winters, Missoula is considered the banana belt of Montana.
About 11,000 students, R1 research classification, and 180 student clubs.
Campus boasts a planetarium, zoological museum, and hike the “M”!
Helpful Information
Students at our campus enjoy recreating outdoors in all seasons. UM's Outdoor Program offers transportation, classes, workshops, and a full outdoor gear rental program for many outdoor activities. Transportation: Missoula International Airport is a 10-minute drive from campus. Public transportation in Missoula is free for UM students, so there's no need for a car but definitely bring a bicycle!
Location Information
University of Montana is located along the Clark Fork River near its confluence with the Bitterroot River in western Montana and at the convergence of five mountain ranges, thus is often described as the "Hub of Five Valleys." Missoula is an easy half-day drive from Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Parks, and Canada, and just minutes from campus you will find a multitude of hiking trails and wilderness areas and numerous ski slopes.
Academics
REGISTRATION:
TERM DATES:
Fall Start Date: 08/25/2025 - Fall End Date: 12/12/2025
Spring Start Date: 01/15/2026 - Spring End Date: 05/08/2026
Summer Start Date: 05/18/2026 - Summer End Date: 07/24/2026
OPTIONS:
Honors Access:
UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS OPEN TO NSE STUDENTS:
- Accounting
- African American Studies
- African Studies
- Ancient Studies
- Animation and Special Effects
- Anthropology
- Applied Mathematics
- Aquatic Biology
- Archaeology
- Art
- Art Education
- Art History
- Asian Studies
- Astronomy
- Astrophysics
- Athletic Training
- Biochemistry
- Biology/Life Science
- Botany/Plant Sciences
- Broadcasting
- Business
- Business Administration
- Business Education
- Business Information Systems
- Business Management
- Cell Biology
- Ceramic Art/Ceramics
- Ceramic Engineering
- Chemistry
- Chinese
- Classical Studies
- Clinical Psychology
- Coaching
- Communication
- Communication Disorders
- Communication Studies
- Community Health
- Comparative Literature
- Computer and Information Science
- Counseling
- Creative Writing
- Criminology
- Dance
- Digital Arts
- Drawing
- Early Childhood Education
- Earth Science
- East Asian Studies
- Ecology
- Economics
- Education
- Education Administration
- Elementary Education
- Engineering Physics
- English
- Entrepreneurship
- Environmental Design
- Environmental Sciences
- Epidemiology
- Ethnic Studies
- European Studies
- Exercise Science
- Experimental Pathology
- Film
- Finance/Banking
- Fine Art
- First Nation Studies
- Forensic Science
- Forestry
- French
- Genetics
- Geography
- Geology
- German
- Graphic Design
- Greek
- Health Administration
- Health Education
- Historic Preservation
- History
- Information Technology
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- International Business
- International Relations
- International Studies
- Japanese
- Journalism
- Junior High/Middle School Education
- Latin American Studies
- Library Science
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Management Information Systems
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Merchandising and Buying Operations
- Microbiology
- Military Sciences
- Molecular Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Museum Studies
- Music
- Music Education
- Music History
- Music Management
- Music Theory and Composition
- Native American/American Indian Studies
- Natural Resources Conservation
- Neuroscience
- Organizational Communications
- Painting
- Performance and Directing
- Performing Arts: Voice
- Pharamacology
- Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Philosophy
- Photo Journalism
- Photography
- Physical Education
- Physical Therapy
- Physics
- Physiological Psychology
- Physiology
- Piano
- Political Science
- Printmaking
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Health
- Public Policy Studies
- Public Relations
- Radio and Television Studies
- Range Management/Resources
- Recreation Management
- Rehabilitation Sciences
- Religious Studies/Theology
- Respiratory Therapy
- Rural Sociology
- Russian
- Sculpture
- Secondary Education
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sound Engineering
- Spanish
- Special Education
- Speech Pathology and Audiology
- Speech/Rhetoric/Public Address
- Statistics
- Studio Art
- Sustainable Resource Management
- Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL)
- Technology Education
- Theater Arts/Drama/Acting
- Tourism Management
- Toxicology
- Web Design
- Wildlife Biology
- Wildlife Management
- Women and Gender Studies
Conditions
GPA AND OTHER ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:
- General Eligibility Requirements
- No students accepted from within my own state, province, or territory
EXCHANGE PREFERENCES:
- Full Year Exchange: Accepted
- Single Term Exchange: Accepted
- Summer Exchange: Summer Only Accepted
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (Visa Students):
- Receive from Canada: Will Accept Away/Home Pay
- Does your campus accept International Students (those already in the U.S. on a student visa)?
CANADIAN EXCHANGE:
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- Accept international students studying in Canada on a visa? - No
- Accept Canadian students on J1 visa or F1 visa? -
Tuition/Finance
Figures per Semester are current as of 10/01/2024
TUITION:
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice
- Home Tuition Payment: Available
-
Away Tuition Payment: Available
Estimated cost:
Per Term Tuition (Resident-Rate) - $
Per Term Mandatory Fees - $
MAXIMUM CREDIT HOURS PER SEMESTER:
Canadian students may incur additional fees relating to their student visa and services provided by the International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) office.
Financial Aid for NSE Students. Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Room/Meals
Figures per Semester are current as of 10/01/2024
ON-CAMPUS HOUSING PER SEMESER:
- Is on-campus housing available?
Off-CAMPUS HOUSING:
MEAL PLANS:
- Are meal plans available on campus?
Fees are subject to change without notice.
Chance of Acceptance
Priority Placements for Academic Year 26/27
If this is your top choice campus...
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Excellent
This campus accepts most (75%+) applicants. You may want to consider adding alternate choice campuses marked as OPEN or EXCELLENT to ensure placement.
Away Tuition Payment Plan
Open
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!
If this is your alternate choice campus...
Home Tuition Payment Plan
Excellent
This campus accepts most (75%+) applicants. You may want to consider adding alternate choice campuses marked as OPEN or EXCELLENT to ensure placement.
Away Tuition Payment Plan
Open
This campus usually accepts all eligible applicants. Apply and start packing your bags!