The University of Montana-Western is a public 4-year college in Dillon, Montana with 1,198 undergraduates. It admits 100% of applicants, costs an average of $19,481 a year after grants and graduates 46% 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-Western acceptance rate and admissions
The University of Montana-Western admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (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 University of Montana-Western tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees, in-state (2025-26) | $7,131 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state (2025-26) | $20,596 |
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $10,138 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $23,297 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $19,481 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $19,481 a year after grants and scholarships, $3,816 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-Western's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
The University of Montana-Western graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 46% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $47,501 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,250 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 41% 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-Western majors and what graduates earn
The University of Montana-Western awarded bachelor's degrees in 17 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from business administration ($47,344).
All 17 majors at The University of Montana-Western
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business administration | 32 | $40,946 | $47,344 | $13,000 |
| Teacher education by subject | 27 | $39,737 | $46,457 | $18,500 |
| Teacher education by grade level | 83 | $39,927 | $41,988 | $17,939 |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 21 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services | 18 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 13 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ecology and evolutionary biology | 10 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Behavioral sciences | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Social Sciences, General | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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.
Students and location
- 1,198 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 64% women, 36% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: remote town
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at The University of Montana-Western?
The University of Montana-Western admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does The University of Montana-Western cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $7,131 for in-state students and $20,596 for out-of-state students. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $19,481 a year in 2024-25.
Is The University of Montana-Western test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, The University of Montana-Western reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at The University of Montana-Western?
46% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do The University of Montana-Western graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $47,501 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.