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University of Montana

Missoula, MT

About This Campus

Chartered in 1893, UM offers a broad liberal arts and science curriculum. Fully accredited, the University offers over 174 majors/minors. More than 80% of the full-time teaching faculty hold the highest degree offered in their field. Enrollment is approximately 10,100 with 37% of 麻豆传媒s from out-of-state. The 200-acre campus is centered on a tree-lined oval, skirted by the Clark Fork River. Rated as a top US city for biking, Missoula is an outdoor mecca where 麻豆传媒s enjoy year-round recreation including downhill/cross-country skiing, rock climbing, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, fishing, camping, and more! Missoula is the second-largest city in Montana and is often referred to as the cultural center of Montana. Students take advantage of the city's unique cultural activities - downtown farmer's markets, art walks, festivals, and concerts in Caras Park just minutes from campus. Because of its mild winters, Missoula is considered the banana belt of Montana.

Location Information

University of Montana is located along the Clark Fork River near its confluence with the Bitterroot River in western Montana and at the convergence of five mountain ranges, thus is often described as the "Hub of Five Valleys." Missoula is an easy half-day drive from Glacier National Park, Yellowstone National Parks, and Canada, and just minutes from campus you will find a multitude of hiking trails and wilderness areas and numerous ski slopes.

Helpful Information

Students at our campus enjoy recreating outdoors in all seasons. UM's Outdoor Program offers transportation, classes, workshops, and a full outdoor gear rental program for many outdoor activities. Transportation: Missoula International Airport is a 10-minute drive from campus. Public transportation in Missoula is free for UM 麻豆传媒s, so there's no need for a car but definitely bring a bicycle!

2025-2026 Chance of Placement
Host Payment	\|	Open
Home Payment	\|	Excellent
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Academics

Registration

When will I register? According to class standing
Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance

Closed Programs
Professional programs in pharmacy and physical therapy are closed.

Limitations
Registration in most upper division courses may require consent of instructor and demonstrated proof of prerequisites. Art, biology, business, computer science, education, and media arts cannot be guaranteed and may require instructor consent. Most classes in creative writing and journalism require the instructor's consent which must be negotiated by the individual.

Notable Academic Programs

Wildlife Biology - Our academic programs and geographic location provide excellent opportunities for wildlife study and 麻豆传媒 research. Students come to UM from across North America to benefit from the close proximity to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, the National Bison Range, and nearby national forests and wildlife refuges. The University's Biological Station on Flathead Lake offers biology courses during the summer and is available for research. We offer options in both terrestrial and aquatic wildlife biology with courses ranging from organismal biology to applied ecology and conservation management.
Journalism - Our goal here is to train working journalists who can hit the ground running when they enter the job market. Soon after 麻豆传媒s arrive, we send them into the world. They learn how to report and write about public affairs. They talk with experts, debate important policy issues and learn how to use digital tools to reach a broader audience.
Environmental Studies (ENST) - The ENST Program's mission is to provide 麻豆传媒s with the literacy, skills, and commitment needed to foster a healthy natural environment and create a more sustainable, equitable, and peaceful world. Our faculty offer courses in natural science, social science, and humanities, and our 麻豆传媒s are encouraged to engage fully with the Missoula community and Montana landscape around us. ENST features at 10-acre working organic farm (PEAS Farm), a 2-house/6-麻豆传媒 community sustainability residence project (UM FLAT), and a 25-year old environmental literacy magazine (Camas). We welcome you to join us! See www.cas.umt.edu/evst for more information.
Creative Writing - Founded in 1920, University of Montana's Creative Writing Program is one of the oldest, most prestigious in the country. Shaped by presences such as Leslie Fieldler, Patricia Goedicke, Richard Hugo, and William Kittredge, the program offers 麻豆传媒 writers instruction and mentorship by a committed and diverse group of faculty, visiting writers, alumni, and peers.
Business Administration - The College of Business Administration prides itself on its strong commitment to experiential learning. In fact, most classes at the junior and senior level are built around a focus on learning by doing. Pair that with our notable career development program, and our graduates are well-prepared for a professional career.

Unique Academic Programs

Entertainment Management - The University of Montana Entertainment Management certificate explores the entertainment business-- music, television, film, sports, live performance, literary and visual arts. UMEM introduces 麻豆传媒s to the business of entertainment while providing an opportunity to learn from top industry professionals, including alumni, representing: WME/IMG, CUT Recordings, SRO Consultants, Citizen Net, Paramount Pictures, and more, in a relaxed classroom environment. This one-of-a-kind program offers an incredible opportunity for 麻豆传媒s looking to break into the entertainment industry and is designed to be completed in 1 year.

Special Programs

Wilderness & Civilization Program

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Accounting, African American Studies, African Studies... ++ show all

Accounting, African American Studies, African Studies, Ancient Studies, Animation and Special Effects, Anthropology, Applied Mathematics, Aquatic Biology, Archaeology, Art, Art Education, Art History, Asian Studies, Astronomy, Astrophysics, Athletic Training, Biochemistry, Biology/Life Science, Botany/Plant Sciences, Broadcasting, Business, Business Administration, Business Education, Business Information Systems, Business Management, Cell Biology, Ceramic Art/Ceramics, Ceramic Engineering, Chemistry, Chinese, Classical Studies, Clinical Psychology, Coaching, Communication, Communication Disorders, Communication Studies, Community Health, Comparative Literature, Computer and Information Science, Counseling, Creative Writing, Criminology, Dance, Digital Arts, Drawing, Early Childhood Education, Earth Science, East Asian Studies, Ecology, Economics, Education, Education Administration, Elementary Education, Engineering Physics, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Design, Environmental Sciences, Epidemiology, Ethnic Studies, European Studies, Exercise Science, Experimental Pathology, Film, Finance/Banking, Fine Art, First Nation Studies, Forensic Science, Forestry, French, Genetics, Geography, Geology, German, Graphic Design, Greek, Health Administration, Health Education, Historic Preservation, History, Information Technology, Interdisciplinary Studies , International Business, International Relations, International Studies, Japanese, Journalism, Junior High/Middle School Education, Latin American Studies, Library Science, Linguistics, Literature, Management Information Systems, Marketing, Mathematics, Merchandising and Buying Operations, Microbiology, Military Sciences, Molecular Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Museum Studies, Music, Music Education, Music History, Music Management, Music Theory and Composition, Native American/American Indian Studies, Natural Resources Conservation, Neuroscience, Organizational Communications, Painting, Performance and Directing, Performing Arts: Voice, Pharamacology, Pharmacy/Pharmaceutical Sciences, Philosophy, Photo Journalism, Photography, Physical Education, Physical Therapy, Physics, Physiological Psychology, Physiology, Piano, Political Science, Printmaking, Psychology, Public Administration, Public Health, Public Policy Studies, Public Relations, Radio and Television Studies, Range Management/Resources, Recreation Management, Rehabilitation Sciences, Religious Studies/Theology, Respiratory Therapy, Rural Sociology, Russian, Sculpture, Secondary Education, Social Work, Sociology, Sound Engineering, Spanish, Special Education, Speech Pathology and Audiology, Speech/Rhetoric/Public Address, Statistics, Studio Art, Sustainable Resource Management, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Technology Education, Theater Arts/Drama/Acting, Tourism Management, Toxicology, Web Design, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Women and Gender Studies

Conditions

GPA and Other Academic Requirements

General Eligibility Requirements
No 麻豆传媒s accepted from NSE members within my own state
Summer-only exchange is open on Host Pay, requires on-campus housing, and full-term summer enrollment (6 credits).

Exchange Preferences

Full-year exchange Accepted
Single term exchange Accepted

Non-Native English Speakers

TOEFL: must have a score of 525.00 paper or 70.00 Internet
IELTS: must have a score of 6.00

Summer Exchange

Host Pay only

International Students (Visa Students)

Will not accept

Canadian Students - learn more

Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/13/24
Finances

Campus Budget
Fees are subject to change without notice.

Tuition and Fees Per Semester - Host Payment Students

Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
Estimated cost: $4273.
Figures are based on full-time enrollment.

Tuition and Fees - Home Payment Students

Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.

Maximum Credit Hours Per Semester

Host Payment: 21
Home Payment: 21

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Purpose	Amount	Period	Plan	Status
Admission Fee	$30.00	Year	Host & Home	Mandatory
NSE Program Fee	$75.00	Semester	Host & Home	Mandatory
Housing Deposit	$200.00	Year	Host & Home	Optional
Activity Fee	$79.00	Semester	Host	Optional
Athletic Fee	$81.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
Recreation Fee	$146.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
Health Service Fee	$297.00	Semester	Host & Home	Mandatory
ID Card	$25.00	Year	Host & Home	Mandatory
Technology Fee	$247.00	Semester	Host & Home	Mandatory
Parking Fee	$139.00	Semester	Host & Home	Optional
Recycling Fee	$6.00	Year	Plan A	Mandatory
Transportation Fee	$49.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
Facilities Fee	$139.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
Equipment Fee	$25.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
Support + Sustainability Fee	$33.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
UC Fee	$165.00	Semester	Host	Mandatory
Course Fees / Materials	Varies	Semester	Host & Home	Mandatory

Important Notes: Home pay or Host pay 麻豆传媒s exchanging to UM without valid insurance must purchase UM insurance each semester of attendance.

Room / Meals

Figures are current as of 05/13/24
On-Campus Housing Per Semester

Approximate cost: $6402 (includes meals)

Off-Campus Housing

Approximate monthly cost: $900
Proximity to campus: 1
Local Public Transportation Available to Campus

Notes About Housing
NSE 麻豆传媒s can live on or off campus. UM has a fully furnished apartment complex (Lewis & Clark Apartments) for upper-class 麻豆传媒s ~1 mile from campus on the bus route. NSE 麻豆传媒s love L&C! SUMMER-ONLY 麻豆传媒s (only Host Pay Plan accepted) are required to live on campus.

Meal Plans

Meal purchase is required for on campus living.

Notes About Meal Plans
UM offers two dining plan options. Both plans provide exclusive access to UM's Dining Facility (rave reviews!), our all-you-care-to-eat, buffet-style dining center which offers an ever-changing variety of chef-crafted entrees, homemade soups, fresh fruits, and freshly-baked desserts. The Maroon 7 Day Residential Plan is $3,586 per semester, and allows you to visit the dining hall any time the dining room is open, whether you plan on a light snack or a meal. This plan includes $300 in supplemental Bear Bucks per semester, which may be used at any of UM鈥檚 other dining locations. The Silver 5 Day plan is available for $2,978 per semester for Monday 鈥� Friday dining. This plan includes $100 in supplemental Bear Bucks per semester which may be spent at any of UM鈥檚 other dining locations. For more details visit: https://www.umt.edu/dining/dining-plans/2024-2025-dining-plans.php

Resources

Campus Links

Health

Figures per Semester are current as of 05/13/24

Purpose	Amount	Period	Plan	Status
Health Insurance	$2232.00	Semester	Host & Home	Waiver Available

Important Notes about Health Insurance
Proof of Health Insurance is required for all incoming NSE 麻豆传媒s - either on their parent's plan, their own plan, or the UM BC-BS HC Plan. The Montana University System contracts with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana to provide 麻豆传媒s an affordable and comprehensive insurance plan called AcademicBlue. Visit BlueCross BlueShield to learn more information about the AcademicBlue 麻豆传媒 health plan. Choose the University of Montana option under 鈥淪elect your University鈥� to learn about UM's plan benefit coverage.

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $2,232 per semester.

Requirements

All data in this document is the responsibility of the campus and has been provided by the campus NSE coordinator.

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