The University of Montana is a public 4-year college in Missoula, Montana with 7,488 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants, costs an average of $21,302 a year after grants and graduates 49% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
The University of Montana acceptance rate and admissions
The University of Montana admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024. The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
The University of Montana application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: $30 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on The University of Montana’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
The University of Montana tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $9,188 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $34,312 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,566 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $26,512 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,302 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,302 a year after grants and scholarships, $5,210 less than the full cost of attendance. This figure covers in-state students.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students paying in-state tuition, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run The University of Montana's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
The University of Montana graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $48,823 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 44% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
The University of Montana majors and what graduates earn
The University of Montana awarded bachelor's degrees in 59 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from management information systems ($73,149).
All 59 majors at The University of Montana
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at The University of Montana
72 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 72 graduate programs
Trade and career programs at The University of Montana
Certificate and associate programs in the trades we track. One-year earnings are for graduates of 2020-21 and 2021-22, four-year earnings for graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, both in 2024 dollars.
| Program | Credential | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EMT, surgical tech and imaging | Associate degree | 43 | $57,316 | $64,057 | $17,750 |
| Medical assistant | Certificate | 40 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Auto and diesel mechanic | Associate degree | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Associate degree | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Certificate | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Carpentry | Certificate | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Associate degree | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Truck driving (CDL) | Certificate | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical assistant | Associate degree | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Welding | Certificate | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Medical billing and coding | Associate degree | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Culinary arts | Associate degree | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Paralegal | Associate degree | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Construction trades | Certificate | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 7,488 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 57% women, 43% men
- 17 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at The University of Montana?
The University of Montana admitted 96% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does The University of Montana cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $9,188 for in-state students and $34,312 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,302 a year in 2024-25.
Is The University of Montana test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, The University of Montana reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Montana?
49% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do The University of Montana graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $48,823 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.