Dates & Deadlines
Dates and deadlines — love them or hate them, they’re how you figure out when your program starts, when to apply for scholarships, when to show up to campus, and pretty much any other question you might have.
Application Deadlines
UM evaluates applications on a space-available basis until one week before the term
begins.
The earlier students submit the completed application and all required documents,
the higher their priority in admissions processing and scholarship consideration.
To receive priority consideration, submit your application and all required documents by March 1 if you plan to enroll
for fall semester or by Nov. 15 if you plan to enroll in for spring semester.
General Application Deadlines
Check out the dates below to learn application deadlines for upcoming semesters.
Jan.
8
2026
Spring 2026
If you plan to attend UM or Missoula College in spring 2026, submit your completed application by Jan. 8, 2026.
Aug.
17
2026
Fall 2026
Ready to start at UM or Missoula College in Fall 2026? Your application is open now! Submit by Aug. 17, 2026. To receive top priority for financial aid and more, apply by Dec. 1, 2025.
Jan.
10
2027
Spring 2027
If you plan to attend UM or Missoula College in Spring 2027, check back later to learn when your application will open. Submit by Jan. 9, 2027.
Aug.
16
2027
Fall 2027
Planning to start at UM or Missoula College in fall 2027? Submit your completed application by Aug. 16, 2027.
Next Steps
Wondering what happens after you apply? Keep scrolling to learn more about what you need to do once you are accepted to UM or Missoula College.
Missoula College
Starting with an associate’s degree in Fall 2026? Begin here. (Missoula College is also your source for occupational and tech training programs, plus a host of trades programs!)
Today
Apply Now
The application for Fall 2026 is open now. Start your application today!
ASAP
File Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to receive federal funding for higher education. File soon as possible for best results.
Then
Apply for Housing
Did you know Missoula College students can choose to live on-campus? Submit your housing application ASAP, as residence halls are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.
Next
Submit Health Records
Provide your immunization records and other required information. Find more information about what is required on your Admitted Student Checklist.
Then
Pick Your Classes
Complete your Academic Interest Questionnaire to prepare for class registration. Check your Admitted Student Checklist for information.
Steps for Transferring to UM
Planning to transferring to UM? You'll want to keep these steps in mind.
Today
Apply Now
The application for Fall 2026 is open now. Start your application today!
Then
Send Transcripts
Request official transcripts from each college you’ve attended be sent to UM.
ASAP
File Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to receive federal funding for higher education.
Then
Apply for Housing
Planning to live on campus? Submit your housing application by March 15 for the best room selection. After March 15? No problem, just get your housing application in as soon as possible!
Next
Submit Health Records
Provide your immunization records and other required information by this date. Find more information on your Admitted Student Checklist.
Missoula College Transfer Steps
Planning to transferring to Missoula College? These are your steps.
Today
Apply Now
The application for Fall 2026 is open now. Start your application today!
Then
Submit Transcripts
Request official transcripts from each college you’ve attended be sent to UM's Admissions office, which handles admissions for both UM and Missoula College.
Next
File Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to receive federal funding for higher education. File as soon as possible for best results.
Then
Apply for Housing
Planning to live on campus? Submit your housing application as soon as possible, rooms are filling fast!
Next
Submit Health Records
Provide your immunization records and other required information by this date. Find more information on your Admitted Student Checklist.
Deadlines for Enrolling as an International Student
You are considered an international student for Admissions if you are not a U.S. citizen and need a non-immigrant visa to study and live in the United States.
Nov.
15
2025
Application Deadline for Spring 2026
If you plan to start at UM in Spring 2026, you must submit a completed application and all supporting documents by this date.
Jan.
15
2026
Spring Semester Begins
Classes start on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.
June
15
2026
Application Deadline for Fall 2026
If you plan to start at UM in Fall 2026, you must submit a completed application and all supporting documents by this date.
Aug.
24
2026
Fall Semester Begins
Classes start on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
Applying to one of our professional programs? You’ll want to check out the Graduate School website — many programs have their own specific start dates!
School of Law
Considering enrollment in the Blewett School of Law? Start here.
Sept.
1
2025
Application opens for Fall 2026
The application to apply to attend UM's School of Law beginning in Fall Semester 2026 will open on this date.
4-6
weeks
Admission Decisions
Admission decisions are typically rendered 4-6 weeks after you submit your application.
July
15
2026
Application Closes for 2026
Apply by this date to start in Fall 2026.
August
17
2026
Fall Orientation
First-year UM law students will begin Orientation on Monday, Aug. 17, 2026. Classes will begin Monday, Aug. 24. 2026.
Pharmacy
Start here for Pre-Pharmacy, Pharm.D., and other pharmacy-related grad programs.
December
1
2025
PharmCAS Priority Deadline
UM uses the Pharmacy College Application Service (PCAS). To receive priority consideration, submit your PharmCAS application by this date.
May
1
2026
Final PharmCAS Deadline
Submit your PharmCAS application by this date if you intend to start in Fall 2026.
Next
Interview Invites
Qualified applicants will be invited to interview.
1-2
weeks
Admission Offers
Strong candidates will receive an admission offer after interviewing.
August
24
2026
Fall Semester begins
Fall Semester at UM will begin Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.
Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Interested in the doctorate in Physical Therapy? This one’s for you.
June
15
2025
PTCAS Application Opens
UM uses the Physical Therapist Centralized Application Service (PTCAS). The PTCAS Application is open now for students looking to begin their PT program in Fall 2026.
October
15
2025
PTCAS Application Closes
The PTCAS application closes on Oct. 15, 2025. Submit by this date to be considered for UM's PT program.
January
10
2026
Applicant Interviews
UM will interview student applicants to the PT program on Jan. 10, 2026.
Aug.
24
2026
Fall Semester Begins
Classes will begin on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026.