Curious about what applying to UM entails? You've come to the right place! Scroll down to read more about the undergraduate application process.
Once you are ready to apply, you'll select the application option that best fits your needs:
The Common App is a shared application that allows you to apply to multiple nationwide schools simultaneously. We recommend that students who are planning on applying to multiple schools nationwide use the Common App.
Apply Montana allows students to apply to multiple colleges in Montana at once. We recommend Montana residents use the Apply Montana application. The application is free for Montana residents.
First time as a degree-seeking student? Awesome — you’re in the right place. If you’ve been enrolled concurrently in high school and college, or if you’ve completed fewer than 12 college credits after graduating high school, you’re still in this group too. You’ll apply for freshman admission. And, if you're applying for an online undergraduate degree, this is your spot, too.
(More than 12 credits? No worries — just check out the application process for transfer admission.) Or, if you know you're interested in Missoula College, take a look at the Missoula College application process.
Wondering if you'll qualify for admission to UM? Learn more about our specific admission requirements for freshmen students.
Explore more detailed Freshman Admission Requirements here. When should I apply? UM evaluates applications on a space-available basis until one week before the term begins. However, the earlier students submit the completed application and all required documents, the higher their priority in admissions processing and scholarship consideration.
To receive priority consideration, submit your application and all required documents by March 1 if you plan to enroll for fall semester or by Nov. 15 if you plan to enroll in for spring semester. Do I need to take the ACT/SAT? ACT/SAT test scores are not required for admission to the University of Montana. However, students who have taken these tests are encouraged to submit their scores for course placement purposes. Selective programs with separate admission, such as the Davidson Honors College, may require SAT or ACT scores. Do I need to write an essay for my application? Good news: No essay is required to submit your application to UM. Do I need letters of recommendation? UM does not require letters of recommendation as a part of your application. Can I apply before I graduate high school? Yes. Admission to University of Montana is based on self-reported educational accomplishments provided at the time of application. All offers of admission are contingent on the verification of self-reported information with official documents.
UM Undergraduate Admissions retains the right to rescind an offer of admission or change a student’s campus if final official transcript(s) show that a student is no longer eligible for admission or that the student misreported academic accomplishments at the time of application.
To complete an application file, an admitted student must submit final official copies of transcripts before enrollment. "Final" means that all coursework is complete and all final grades have been assigned and posted on the transcript. High school transcripts must show the date of graduation, which must be prior to the print date of the transcript. "Official" means that the transcript has been issued directly to UM by the previous institution and has not been in the student's possession, except in cases where a transcript is issued to a student in a sealed envelope. In such cases, the student must submit the transcript to UM Admissions in the original, sealed envelope.
Students should request that transcripts be sent to the following address:
UM Undergraduate Admissions
Gilkey Building
950 Arthur Avenue
Missoula, MT 59812 admiss@mso.umt.edu How long does UM take to process my application? Admission decisions are typically released to the applicant within 10 business days of receipt of a complete application with all required documentation. All applicants will receive an electronic notification via the email address provided in their application.
Additionally, applicants can check the status of their application by logging into our online portal. Decision letters are posted in the portal and include detailed information regarding the decision.
