- AcademicsB-
- ValueB
- DiversityC+
- CampusB-
- AthleticsB-
- Party SceneB
- ProfessorsA-
- LocationB+
- DormsB-
- Campus FoodC+
- Student LifeB-
- SafetyA-
University of Montana - Western is ...
Public
Athletic Division
NAIA Division I
Athletic Conference
Frontier Conference
Address
710 S Atlantic
Dillon, MT 59725
Website
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
100%
SAT Range
—
ACT Range
—
Application Fee
$30
SAT/ACT
—
High School GPA
—
Application Website
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Test Scores and GPA for University of Montana - Western
Cost
Net Price
$9,558/ year
National
$15,431Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Academics
Professors
A-
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
16:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
- 94%
- of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.16 responses
- 71%
- of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.17 responses
- 76%
- of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.17 responses
Majors
Most Popular Majors
Liberal Arts and Humanities
88 GraduatesBusiness Administration and Management
56 GraduatesElementary Education
46 GraduatesEarly Childhood Education
36 GraduatesEquine Studies
29 GraduatesBiology
22 GraduatesParks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
15 GraduatesFoundations of Education
13 GraduatesNatural Resources Conservation
11 GraduatesEnvironmental Sciences
9 Graduates
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
1,163Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
13%
Pell Grant
45%
Varsity Athletes
19%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
—
Poll
- 75%
- of students say they don't have Greek life.20 responses
Poll
- 54%
- of students say varsity sports are a big part of campus life.28 responses
After University of Montana - Western
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$31,700/ year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
46%
National
47%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
89%
National
83%- 100%
- of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.12 responses
University of Montana - Western Reviews
242 reviews
All Categories
Choosing Montana Western was a great choice to easily adjust into a college academic life. While the school is small, the diversity is poor but the academic catalog gave students a variety. The innovative "Block scheduling," allows students to take one, three hour long, class at once. After three weeks of a course, the final exam is given. Throughout a semester, one may do this process over four times to make an equivalent credit earn of an average college student. This scheduling allowed me to focus on one subject at a time. This scheduling was a smooth, stress free transition into college.
However, with the small student population and rural surrounding town, the student life is lacking. Many students find the school to be hospitable and comfortable, but lonely. Without engaging in illegal activities, the student population may seem of quite a bore.
However, with the small student population and rural surrounding town, the student life is lacking. Many students find the school to be hospitable and comfortable, but lonely. Without engaging in illegal activities, the student population may seem of quite a bore.
I had some of the best, and worst experiences of my educational career here, but I would have to say the good out weighed the bad. The classes are small, and you get to know everyone. Teachers are professional, but personable and obviously passionate about what they do. A stunning campus, and surround natural beauty captures rich Montana heritage. A handful of every kind of person goes to UMW, but rodeo and football players are a dominate face on campus. Their unique block system allows a student to actual be able to learn one subject in depth at a time. If you are a horse fanatic or an education major I would highly recommend UMW. Be prepared to have your ducks in a row before attending however. If you aren't on top of your own career and want a college very much like high school, this isn't the one for you. You will have to micro manage your course schedules, credits earned, graduation requirements, and finical aid.
UMW has many small communities within it's student body that allow each individual to find their own group and identity. The block schedule is a unique and valuable system that aids students in their studies. Western would be a great fit for many different types of people because there are so many opportunities covering a wide range of interests. Like all colleges, some professors treat students like a number, but the smaller classes really minimizes this. Overall it is a good experience.