Online Student Application Process
Applying as an Online Student
The University of Montana provides the opportunity to apply as a distance-only student,
meaning you only take online classes and do not attend classes in-person.
Students who are interested in applying for this status must meet the University's
general admission requirements for first-year and transfer students. This student
status is designed for those who are taking online courses only.
When applying for this status, students are not required to provide proof of immunization
or complete a Medical Requirement Form. Distance-only students are not eligible for
health insurance, services provided by the Curry Health Center, athletic event discounts
or the Campus Recreation facilities.
Let’s start simple: What kind of applicant are you?
(More than 12 credits? No worries — just check out the application process for transfer admissions.)
Step one: Start your application.
Test scores are optional at UM — no need to include SAT/ACT scores unless you want to! Just include an unofficial high school transcript with your application and let us do the rest.
Step two: Submit your official high school transcript, GED, or HiSET.
Online Students
Planning to attend UM as an online student? You’ll want to check out these dates.
Apply
Application Open Now
Start your application today! If you plan to attend in Spring 2024, submit your application by Jan. 11, 2024. If you plan to start in Fall 2024, submit your application by Aug. 19, 2024.
Next
Submit Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to receive federal funding for higher education. If you are attending in Spring 2024, file yours as soon as possible. If you'll start Fall 2024, your FAFSA filing period will open by Dec. 31, 2023.
Then
Start Your Checklist
UM's Admitted Student Checklist is where you'll find your personalized list of tasks to complete before you can register for classes.
Go Griz!
Start Classes
Spring semester 2024 begins Thursday, Jan. 18. Fall semester 2024 will start Monday, Aug. 26.
“But wait! This isn’t me!”
Looking for a different application process? Choose the app that best fits your case. Or, tell us a little more about what you're looking for, and we'll get you where you need to be.