International Student Application Process

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

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Looking for more information before you start your application? Scroll down to read more about the application process for international students.

Interesting in attending UM for graduate school? Visit the Graduate School website for specific information on international admissions.

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Start here: What kind of applicant are you?

If you have a Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 70 or above, an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.0 or above, or a Duolingo score of 105 or above, you’ll apply for Full Admission.

Do you have a TOEFL score between 52 and 69, an IELTS between 5.0 and 5.5 or a Duolingo score between 85 and 149? You’ll apply for Pathway Admission.

If you have a TOEFL score below 51, an IELTS score below 5.0, or no language test score, you’ll apply for Conditional Admission.

What is Full Admission?

Full Admission is for students who meet the English Proficiency Requirement who want to pursue a degree at UM or Missoula College. This option is available to both freshmen and transfer applicants and these students eligible for scholarships.

What is Pathway Admission?

Pathway Admission for students who want to pursue a degree, but do not meet the English Proficiency Requirement to gain Full Admission. UM's Pathway Admission is a way to help students improve their English-language skills while taking some academic courses before they transition into a degree-seeking program.

What is Conditional Admission?

Conditional Admission is for students who want to improve their proficiency in the English language. These students can only take courses offered by the UM's English Language Institute and do not need to submit English Proficiency test scores to be considered for admission.

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DATES AND DEADLINES

International students

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.

June

Application deadline for fall

If you plan to start at UM in the fall, you must submit a completed application and all supporting documents by this date.

Aug.

2024

Fall semester starts

Classes for fall semester at UM start on Monday, Aug. 24, 2024.

November

Application deadline for spring

If you plan to start at UM in spring, you must submit a completed application and all supporting documents by this date.

Jan.

2025

Spring semester begins

Classes start on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2025.

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