Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002537
- Phone: (406) 275-4931
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
56.49%FINANCIAL AID RATE
89%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,649Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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The University of Montana – Western
Also known as Western Montana College
58138 US Highway 93, Pablo, MT
History
The University of Montana – Western is located in Dillon, Montana. University of Montana Western was founded in 1894. Originally known as the Montana State Normal School, and later as Western Montana College, the name was changed to its current form when the school joined the University of Montana System.
Academics
UMW is the only public institution in the United States to offer Experience One model where a term is broken into four parts of 18 days each. Each part focuses on a single subject. This method has proved successful for UMW, whose students have shown above average results. UMW offers many four year degree programs in a variety of subjects.
Some programs are:
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrolling at UMW must meet one of the following three requirements:
An ACT score of 22 or an SAT score of 1540
A cumulative GPA of 2.5
Rank in the top 50% of the graduating class
Students who meet one of the above requirements must then submit a completed application along with the fee, send a high school transcript (once high school is completed), complete a high school self report form, submit form showing immunizations and a transcript of either the ACT or SAT exam.
Students may receive financial aid. All students pursuing financial aid are required to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The school code for UMW should placed in the application. The code is 002537.
Athletics
The University of Montana West athletics teams, known as the Bulldogs, participate in the Frontier Conference, which is an affiliate National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
Sport programs offered:
- Football
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Rodeo
- Equestrian
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the candidates Western Montana College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at The University of Montana – Western is about 1,500, with undergraduate students making up about 100% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $12,000. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $30 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition estimates per year:
- State Residents: $4,500-$5,400
- Out-of-State: $16,000-$19,100
- Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $190-$230 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $660-$800 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The financial aid table below details the types of financial aid, along with the percent of students receiving aid, and on average the amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 89% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 79% | $7,696 |
Receiving Student Loans | 60% | $6,968 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, The University of Montana – Western may provide student services including:- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 1997)
Intercollegiate Athletics
The University of Montana – Western is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports belonging to the NAIA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Frontier Conference)
- Track and Field (Frontier Conference)
- Football (Frontier Conference)
- Volleyball
- Rodeo
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by The University of Montana – Western by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Equine Studies (A, B, C)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B)
Education
- Elementary Education (B)
- Education (A)
- Early Childhood Education (A, B, C)
- Physical Education (B)
- Science Teacher
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
History
- History (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A, B)
- Liberal Arts
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B)
Social Sciences
- Social Science (B)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002537
- Phone: (406) 275-4931
- School Homepage