International Student Application Process

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.

Learn more about Full Admission.

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.

Learn more about Pathway Admission.

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.

Learn more about Conditional Admission.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Ready to apply?

International students will use the Common App to submit their application to the University of Montana.

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

Explore the Common App.

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

2025

Application deadline for fall 2025

If you plan to start at UM in fall 2025, you must submit a completed application and all supporting documents by this date.

Aug.

2025

Fall semester starts

Classes for fall semester at UM start on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025.

November

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.

2026

Spring semester begins

Classes start on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2026.

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