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The University of Montana Western

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Overview

Established in 1893, The University of Montana Western is a non-profit public multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Dillon (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Montana. Officially accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, The University of Montana Western (UMW) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. The University of Montana Western (UMW) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation) and bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 131-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UMW also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

The University of Montana Western's Control Typepublic

Entity

The University of Montana Western's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The University of Montana Western' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

The University of Montana Western's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratevery selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym UMW
Founded 1893
Colours Red, white and black
Mascot Baxter the Bulldog
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University Location

Address 710 S Atlantic
Dillon
59725-3598 Montana
United States
The University of Montana Western's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The University of Montana Western Phone Number +1 (406) 683 7011
The University of Montana Western Fax Number +1 (406) 683 7493

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following The University of Montana Western's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Montana Western's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This The University of Montana Western's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at The University of Montana Western.

The University of Montana Western: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic The University of Montana Western's admission information.

The University of Montana Western's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


The University of Montana Western's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has The University of Montana Western a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The University of Montana Western's acceptance rate range is 30-39% making this institution a very selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is neither required nor recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


The University of Montana Western's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


The University of Montana Western's Admission Office Admission Office

710 South Atlantic Street
Dillon 59725
(406) 683 7331
877 683 7331

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The University of Montana Western.

The University of Montana Western's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The University of Montana Western has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


The University of Montana Western's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


The University of Montana Western's Control Type Control Type

The University of Montana Western is a public higher education institution.


The University of Montana Western's Entity Type Entity Type

The University of Montana Western is a non-profit higher education institution.


The University of Montana Western's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Rural setting.


The University of Montana Western's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

The University of Montana Western does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official The University of Montana Western's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Montana Western's main facilities:


The University of Montana Western's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit The University of Montana Western's Library

The University of Montana-Western's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 74,860 physical volumes, 3,295 physical media and 133 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 15 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. The University of Montana-Western's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

The University of Montana Western's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Montana Western provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 420 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

The University of Montana Western's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Montana Western's main services:


The University of Montana Western's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The University of Montana Western's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

The University of Montana Western's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level Source: IPDES.

The University of Montana Western's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

The University of Montana Western's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


The University of Montana Western's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The University of Montana Western is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1932


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Montana Western's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important The University of Montana Western's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Montana University System (MUS)
  • American Association of State Colleges and Universities (AASCU)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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