Online Students
Earn your degree on your terms
These days, colleges know no classrooms. Thanks to technology, you can advance your education from the sofa in your living room, the cubicle at the city library, the booth at the neighborhood cafe. And each step along the way, UM Online will be there. From a bachelor’s in the arts to a micro-certificate in nonprofit administration, from a master’s in education to a certificate in beekeeping, we will meet you where you live. Literally.
It all starts here
Innovative academics in the classroom on one hand. Experiential learning, real-world know how and meaningful industry connections on the other. Dozens of online programs to choose from, you'll find what you're looking for here.
Tuition and Scholarships
For most students, cost of attendance is among the most important considerations when weighing your options for higher education. If that's true for you, you're in luck because UM offers affordable tuition rates for online students.
Transferring in as an online student?
Learn how your credits will transfer to the University of Montana by using the Transferology tool. Create an account, add courses you've taken and search for matches. You'll see how your previous courses may transfer as credit to UM.
Open doors with an online degree
“With the online option I have been able to remain part of the community that I love and am active in, which is a huge source of purpose and connection for me while pursuing this graduate degree.”
“Moving to a flexible delivery will give many more students the opportunity to advance their careers and education, while maintaining the excellent curriculum and programing the MAcct has worked hard over many years to develop.”
“There are people from Alaska, Colorado, Virginia and Alabama … some of them are pretty rural. And there are so many different backgrounds. Some people already have MDs, and they are taking the class. It can be a little intimidating, but it’s really cool to learn from so many other people who have so much more experience, but also different experience."
30+
online programs at UM
250+
online summer classes
No. 18
among Military-Friendly online colleges
1-year
programs at Missoula College
No. 2
most affordable online MPH program in US
Top 30
for online nonprofit management programs
Ready, set, apply
If you like what you see here and you feel that UM might be the right place for you, take a look at our application process and get ready to launch your college career as a Griz.
Faculty who lead the way
At the University of Montana, our faculty aren’t just teachers: They’re committed mentors who re-imagine how to best deliver curriculum and who possess a passion for helping students forge their own way in academic and professional settings.
Fueled by passion
With more than 10,000 students across undergraduate and graduate programs, workforce training and technical certifications, our Grizzlies contribute their passion and practicality toward stewardship and sustainability for the world around us.
Online Students
Planning to attend UM as an online student? You’ll want to complete these tasks that will prepare you to enroll at UM.
Apply
Applications Open Now
The application for fall is open now. Start yours today!
Next
Submit Your FAFSA
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, to receive federal funding for higher education.
Then
Start Your Checklist
Start working through the tasks on your personalized Admitted Student Checklist.
Go Griz!
Start Classes
Fall semester 2025 will start Monday, Aug. 25.
'But wait! This isn't me!'
Not looking to attend as an online-only student? No worries! Select the kind of student are you from the list below and learn more about what UM has to offer.