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Parents and Families of Prospective Students

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CHOOSING A COLLEGE

It's a big decision

Helping your student choose where to attend college can be a daunting - and stressful - endeavor. There's a lot to consider but you've come to the right place. We've got information on tuition and costs, campus support services, and safety and wellness resources. 

At UM your student will find the academics, campus culture and community that will help cultivate their independence, expand their knowledge and improve their career opportunities.

ACADEMICS

It all starts here

World-class academics, in the classroom and the great outdoors, on one hand. Internships, real-world know how and meaningful industry connections on the other. With more than 175 programs to choose from, students here find the knowledge they're seeking.

PAYING FOR COLLEGE

Tuition and Scholarships

For most students and their families, cost of attendance is among the most important considerations when weighing options for higher education. Luckily, we are experts at helping sort through the details!

Making Memories at UM

Move-In Day at the University of Montana is always a special event filled with the buzz of new beginnings. As our newest Grizzlies spread their wings and launched from the nest this fall, families of the Class of 2027 shared some wisdom.

Life as a Griz

Being a student at UM encompasses so much more than just the classes you take and the degree you earn. It's also all about the community that surrounds you, the support you receive and the places where you learn and play.

Helping students succeed at UM and beyond

Job in hand Confidence is key People who care

“Our goal is to give students the opportunity to have a job in hand before they graduate.”

- ESTELLA ANDERS, CAREER READINESS, UM COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

"So much about success in math, as in anything, is confidence. The key is to build skills step-by-step at a pace that fits the student’s level of preparation."

- LAUREN FERN, FACULTY MEMBER, MATH

"I’ve been treated so well by my professors and everyone in the Davidson Honors College. I think everyone should go to their smaller-town universities – especially for STEM."

- AILEY ROBINSON, PHYSICS MAJOR WITH ASTRONOMY CONCENTRATION

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Fulbright Scholars

#1

in nation for service

13:1

student-to-faculty ratio

10K

students at UM

65%

in-state students

35%

out-of-state students

NEWS YOU CAN USE

Sign up for CampusESP

Stay apprised of campus news and upcoming deadlines by signing up for Griz Family Portal, UM's email newsletter for parents and family members of prospective students.

Find friends on the ZeeMee app

Encourage your student to make connections with other incoming students before arriving on campus by downloading the ZeeMee app and joining the University of Montana Admitted Students community. This student-only platform provides a structured space to make friends, find roommates, ask questions and more.

TAKING THE NEXT STEP

Ready, set, apply

Take a look at our application process and get ready to help your student launch their 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.

'But wait! This isn't me!'

Not a parent or family member of a prospective student? No worries! Select the kind of student are you from the list below and learn more about what UM has to offer.