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Students gather on the Oval for an evening Orientation event as a sunset lights up the sky

Take UM for a test drive

You know how they say photos never capture the majesty of a mountain? Well, no matter what we write about UM – and it’s admittedly poetic – the very best way to understand what makes this place special is to visit Griz country for yourself. 

And you're in luck because UM offers prospective students and their families numerous ways to get to know us.

Schedule your visit now. Schedule your visit now.
Students and families at a previous year's Griz Preview Day outside on lawn with a tour guide on a beautiful fall day.

Griz Preview Day

October 17, 2025

Griz Preview Day is an event at the University of Montana that provides opportunities for prospective students to dive deeper into UM, experience our campus through a campus tour, and engage with faculty and staff through information sessions, breakout sessions and panels discussions.

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Other visit options

Experience the Davidson Honors College
If you are interested in learning more about the Davidson Honors College, please indicate your interest when you complete the campus visit form. When asked: "Would you like to set up any meetings with campus programs, activities, or learning experiences?" select "Yes" and then select "Davidson Honors College." Register for a campus visit
 Group Visits
Are you interested in bringing a class, school group, or other group of high school students to visit our main or Missoula College campuses? Group visits to the University of Montana include of a brief admissions presentation and a student-led campus tour, providing an informative and enjoyable experience for your group. Complete group visit form to start the scheduling process, and a member of our team will be in touch. We look forward to welcoming you to campus! Complete the Group Visit Form
 Undergraduate Admissions Office Holiday Closures
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Presidents Day
Memorial Day
July Fourth
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Holiday (Wednesday-Friday)
Winter Holiday (Dec. 22, 2025 to Jan. 2, 2026)
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The Grizzly Bear statute on the Oval at UM with Main Hall in the background

Take a Virtual Tour

Ready to see campus right now? Take our virtual tour to explore all corners of campus and hear from UM students about their academic and extracurricular experiences. 

Explore UM's virtual campus tour.

What to expect on a campus tour

Check out this guide to exploring the University of Montana through campus visits. Meet an experienced tour guide and read her tips for a successful tour.

Where to Stay, Eat and Explore

Make the most of your time by exploring our campus and our mountain town with our guide on where to stay, eat, shop and what to do while on a visit to the University of Montana.