University of Montana

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Montana. University of Montana admitted 82% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 7,233 applications received in 2023, 5,941 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to University of Montana, the regular decision application deadline is August 18 and the application fee costs $30.

Students who apply to University of Montana for the fall semester should hear back from University of Montana by July 1.

University of Montana Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Montana's admissions stats.

University of Montana 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	9%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	41%
Waitlist	No

University of Montana Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Montana.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 18	July 1

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Considering Applying Early to University of Montana?

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University of Montana does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to University of Montana

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Montana

University of Montana has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Montana?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Montana

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Montana during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Montana for more information on admission factors.

University of Montana Application Requirements

To apply to University of Montana, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Montana's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Montana?

Students admitted to University of Montana have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 65% submitted a class rank. At University of Montana 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 69% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Montana, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	8%
3.75 and 3.99	21%
3.50 and 3.74	20%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
2.50 and 2.9	13%
2.00 and 2.49	6%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Montana directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Montana is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 9% of University of Montana's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 41% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Montana?

To be competitive with other University of Montana applicants, you should aim to score between 1080 and 1280 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Montana 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1280 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Montana students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Montana students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Montana, you should strive to earn between 18 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Montana's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Montana students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to University of Montana

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Montana.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 25. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Montana during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Montana Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Montana?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Montana.

Does University of Montana accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Montana accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Montana accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Montana accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Montana accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Montana?

❌ No, University of Montana is test optional, so you can decide whether to submit your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Montana's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Montana is 82%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Montana?

❌ University of Montana does not offer early decision.

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