Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
95.60%
SAT Average
1,190
ACT Range
23-28
The University of Montana Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 95.60%. This means approximately 956 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,079 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
95.60%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,152 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $31,622 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $23,744 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $17,118 | State avg: $13,344. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 27.51% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 41.93% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does The University of Montana Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$31,622
Room and board
$12,192
Books and supplies
$1,100
Other expenses
$3,784
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$23,744
Average net price
$17,118
Average aid coverage
28%
$6,626 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at The University of Montana pays approximately $17,118 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Montana average of $13,344 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is The University of Montana?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Montana and national averages.
The University of Montana net price
$17,118
Montana average
$13,344
National average
$17,506
The University of Montana Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $31,622 and average net price at $17,118. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$31,622
Current net price
$17,118
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
45.44%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,511
Undergraduates
7,079
10-Year Median Earnings - The University of Montana vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
The University of Montana graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends The University of Montana?
Undergraduates
7,079
Completion rate
45.44%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
27.51%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
41.93%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 27.51% of The University of Montana students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 41.93% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at The University of Montana
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use The University of Montana's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
The University of Montana lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
The University of Montana is listed at Missoula, Montana, Missoula, MT 59812. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare The University of Montana with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Montana | 95.60% | $31,622 | $17,118 | $44,511 |
| Carroll College | 72.64% | $40,352 | $24,842 | $61,772 |
| Highlands College of Montana Tech | Not available | $10,370 | $12,184 | $54,329 |
| Montana Technological University | 89.90% | $24,730 | $16,240 | $54,329 |
| Montana State University | 86.83% | $31,337 | $20,593 | $53,263 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The University of Montana's acceptance rate?
The University of Montana's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 95.60%.
How much is The University of Montana tuition?
The University of Montana's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $31,622.
What is The University of Montana's average net price?
The University of Montana's average net price in the local dataset is $17,118.
What is The University of Montana's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,511 for The University of Montana.
Is The University of Montana accredited?
The University of Montana's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend The University of Montana?
The local dataset lists 7,079 undergraduate students at The University of Montana.
What percentage of The University of Montana students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for The University of Montana in the local dataset is 27.51%.
What is the federal loan rate at The University of Montana?
The federal loan rate for The University of Montana in the local dataset is 41.93%.
Where should I verify The University of Montana data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with The University of Montana or the latest official federal education data.