The University of Montana is a state university located in Missoula, Montana, United States. It was founded in 1893. It has one of the largest campuses in the University of Montana System. It is spread across an area of 156 acres. Rolling Stone magazine has called the University the "Most scenic campus in America". The university is organized into the following academic divisions:
The athletic teams are nicknamed the Grizzlies or Lady Griz. They compete in the NCAA's Big Sky Conference.
The University Of Montana is found in Missoula, Montana. Missoula is a small city. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Doctoral degree at The University Of Montana.
The school is known for its programs in art studies and conservation and resource management.
Admission to The University Of Montana is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2005 had SAT verbal scores of at least 508. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 486 and 578. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty.
Students numbered 13,569 in 2005 at The University Of Montana.
A lot of students at the school attend part-time. The University Of Montana offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Big Sky Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The University of Montana pursues academic excellence as demonstrated by the quality of curriculum and instruction, student performance, and faculty professional accomplishments. The University accomplishes this mission, in part, by providing unique educational experiences through the integration of the liberal arts, graduate study, and professional training with international and interdisciplinary emphases. The University also educates competent and humane professionals and informed, ethical, and engaged citizens of local and global communities; and provides basic and applied research technology transfer, cultural outreach, and service benefiting the local community, region, State, nation, and world."
More complete details are provided below.
The University Of Montana
Missoula, MT 59812
General Phone: (406) 243-0211
Admissions Phone: (406) 243-6266
Financial Aid Phone: (406) 243-5373
http://www.umt.edu
The University Of Montana awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 585 | English, sociology, history, anthropology, political science, interdisciplinary studies, liberal arts and sciences, geography, ... |
| Business And Management | 470 | business management, accounting, marketing, accounting technology |
| Education And Teaching | 210 | elementary school teaching, educational administration, curriculum and instruction, school counseling, business teaching, education |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 207 | environmental studies, forestry, wildlife management, conservation, natural resources management |
| Therapy And Counseling | 155 | psychology, physical therapy, school psychology |
| Science | 152 | biology, geology, microbiology, chemistry, physics, ecology, biochemistry, zoology, ... |
| Media | 138 | journalism, communication studies, media and digital communications |
| Art Studies | 108 | visual and performing arts |
| Law | 97 | law, legal assistant, energy and environmental law, legal professions |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 90 | health and physical education, parks and recreation management |
| Family And Social Work | 85 | social work, public administration |
| Medical Support And Technology | 76 | surgical tech, respiratory care tech, radiographyer, pharmacy tech, clinical lab tech, medical assistant, medical lab tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 50 | computer and info science, computer support |
| Medicine | 49 | pharmacy, pharmaceutics and drug design |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 38 | licensed practical nurse |
| Mathematics | 24 | mathematics |
| Music | 14 | various music studies, music performance, music theory and composition |
| Mechanics And Repair | 14 | small engine mechanics, heavy equipment maintenance |
| Religion And Philosophy | 14 | philosophy |
| Office And Administration | 13 | administrative assistant, receptionist |
| Medical Adminstration | 12 | medical records admin, pharmacy courses, medical receptionist |
| Transportation | 12 | construction equipment operation |
| Construction Trades | 12 | building inspection and management, property management |
| Cooking And Culinary Arts | 11 | restaurant and catering management, chef training |
| Production Trades | 10 | welding |
| Engineering Technician | 3 | electronics tech |
Number of programs and degrees for The University Of Montana in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 1,709 | 50 |
| Master's degree | 455 | 44 |
| Associate's degree | 222 | 18 |
| First-professional degree | 129 | 2 |
| Doctor's degree | 77 | 16 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 51 | 13 |
| Post-master's certificate | 6 | 2 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
In 2005, The University Of Montana had a total enrollment of 13,569 students (12,162 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 94% |
| Part-Time | 6% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 83% |
| Graduate | 14% |
| First Professional | 3% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 85% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 4% |
| Other Races | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 21% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 6% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 4% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Montana | 72% |
| Washington | 5% |
| Idaho | 3% |
| Minnesota | 2% |
| Oregon | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Colorado | 2% |
| California | 2% |
| Foreign countries | 1% |
| Alaska | 1% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Wyoming | 1% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 70 % |
| Part-Time | 44 % |
The University Of Montana offers campus housing for 3,425 of its 12,162 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Missoula, Montana for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Montana Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 21 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 6,294 | 5,309 | 84% | 2,165 | 41% |
| Men | 2,951 | 2,507 | 85% | 992 | 40% |
| Women | 3,343 | 2,802 | 84% | 1,173 | 42% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 508 | 585 |
| SAT Math | 486 | 578 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Math | 19 | 25 |
| ACT Composite | 20 | 25 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 40% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 58% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (406) 243-6266
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 4,712 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 13,427 |
| Room and board | $ 5,658 |
| Room charge | $ 2,558 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,100 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,134 |
Financial Aid:
The University Of Montana participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 253600)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (406) 243-5373
The University Of Montana has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 212 | 84 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 101 | 72 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 55 | 40 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 7 | $84,432 | 2 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 7 | $67,987 | 1 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 3 | $71,729 | 3 | $66,099 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 3 | $41,771 | 3 | $48,299 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 20 | $70,372 | 9 | $65,044 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 138 | $69,078 | 36 | $69,267 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 66 | $53,397 | 52 | $52,761 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 75 | $47,225 | 50 | $45,254 |
| Instructor | academic year | 36 | $38,558 | 28 | $38,724 |
| Lecturer | academic year | 5 | $45,113 | 7 | $35,716 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 320 | $56,914 | 173 | $51,065 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences (2005):
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Big Sky Conference |
| Basketball | Big Sky Conference |
| Track | Big Sky Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2004):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 123 | 94 | 217 |
| Football | 76 | 0 | 76 |
| Track | 27 | 32 | 59 |
| Basketball | 13 | 15 | 28 |
| All Other Sports | 7 | 47 | 54 |
ART STUDIES
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Studies
Forestry, General
Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
Building/Property Maintenance and Management
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Business Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
Social Work
LAW
Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law (LLM, MS, JSD/SJD)
Law (LLB, JD)
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Creative Writing
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
History and Philosophy of Science and Technology
History, General
Japanese Language and Literature
Latin Language and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Linguistics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
Small Engine Mechanics and Repair Technology/Technician
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Journalism
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Administration/Administrator
Medical Reception/Receptionist
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration, Other
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
MEDICINE
Pharmaceutics and Drug Design (MS, PhD)
Pharmacy (PharmD [USA], PharmD or BS/BPharm [Canada])
MUSIC
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, Other
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Health and Physical Education, General
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Receptionist
PRODUCTION TRADES
Welding Technology/Welder
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
SCIENCE
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Ecology
Geology/Earth Science, General
Microbiology, General
Physics, General
Toxicology
Zoology/Animal Biology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Physical Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
TRANSPORTATION
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets The University Of Montana Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | ![]() |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical assistant and technician (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | ![]() |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | ![]() |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 19% | ![]() |
| % of students from other states (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | ![]() |
Notable:
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
On-campus day care
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers campus housing
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
Has ROTC (army)
Offers athletic scholarships
NCAA athletic conference member
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