The University of Montana at Western
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About The University of Montana at Western
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Montana at Western is a small public university located on a rural campus in Dillon, Montana. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,440, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 99%. The university offers 34 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 49%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $4,845, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $17,375.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile16-21
SAT 25th-75th Percentile890-1120
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
27%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
74%
Unknown
10%
Black
1%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
5%
Non-U.S. Citizen
%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
5%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
1%
Socio-economic diversity
31% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
9
Total Online Enrollment
392
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.27% online, 73% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
82% On-campus
18% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates63% online
Associate29% online
Bachelor's3% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,845 | $17,375 |
| Graduate | $1,680 | $1,680 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,104 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,978 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $9,104 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,978 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,978 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $20,127 | $32,657 |
| Off-campus without family | $20,127 | $32,657 |
| Off-campus with family | $11,023 | $23,553 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
32%
State Grant Aid
46%
Institution Grant Aid
44%
Pell Grant
31%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$29k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Basketball
- Football
- Rodeo
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agricultural/Animal/Plant/Veterinary Science And Related Fields. | |||
| 2 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 3 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | History. | |||
| 7 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 8 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 9 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 10 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 11 | Psychology. | |||
| 12 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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