History
For 125 years, the University of Montana has been “a gem in the crown of the continent” – one of the wildest places in the world.
Education
We integrate the liberal arts and sciences into undergraduate, graduate, and professional studies to shape global citizens who are creative and agile learners committed to expanding the boundaries of knowledge and to building and sustaining diverse communities.
Research
UM's Office of Research and Creative Scholarship supports research-driven student success. Through advocacy and advancement of basic and applied research, creative work, and academic scholarship, ORCS fosters an environment where research, scholarly activities, entrepreneurship, and economic development thrive and advance the educational and research mission of the University.
Career
Student Employment gives students an opportunity to gain valuable work experience while pursuing a college degree as students typically work between 10-20 hours a week and employers work around class schedules.
The University of Montana Key Statistics & Highlights
- #911 Ranking
- 149 Scholarships
- 534 Academic Staff
- 7,962 Students
- 159 Students (int'l)
- 4,538 Students (female)
- Public Institution Type
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The University of Montana Rankings
Study Portals Meta Ranking
Studyportals ranking look at the scores of the most used ranking systems and present you with one number of how well this University performs.
Best Global Universities Rankings
By U.S. News & World Report
Climbed 2 places compared to 2025
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
3 year trend Best Global Universities Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 816 | 913 | 911 |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
QS World University Rankings
By TopUniversities
This university doesn’t have a ranking for 2026 yet. Rankings are updated yearly, so check back later for the latest info.
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
3 year trend QS World University Rankings
| 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| 1201 | 1401 | - |
We don’t have enough recent ranking data to show a 3-year trend for this university.
Housing services
The Residence Halls at the University of Montana are designed for single students and provide housing during Fall and Spring semesters. Students of all academic standings from the University of Montana and Missoula College may live in the Residence Halls. Any student with less than 30 credits and without dependents is required to live in the Residence Halls. Please see the Freshman Residency Requirement for more information.
Library services
The Mansfield Library strives to integrate assessment and evaluation initiatives into library operations to inform decision-making. The Library's efforts take many forms, including instruction feedback and learning outcomes measures, surveys, trend analyses, and usability testing and user studies.
Medical services
Curry Health Center provides quality, affordable, accessible health care for students at the University of Montana. We promote a healthy campus by treating students with dignity and respect and through collaborating and sharing our expertise with others.
Campus life
The main campus spans 56 acres at the base of Mount Sentinel along the Clark Fork River and includes the park-like Oval at the center of campus, more than 60 architecturally unique buildings and a 25,200-seat football stadium. UM's 180-acre South Campus offers student housing, a golf course, soccer fields and an outdoor track facility. Missoula College occupies two sites in central and west Missoula.
Sports facilities
Recreation is a way of life at the University of Montana, whether it’s hitting the Fitness Center, attending intercollegiate athletic events or playing intramural sports.
UM offers 15 intercollegiate programs in men's and women's basketball, men's and women's cross country, indoor track and field, outdoor track and field, football, women's golf, women's soccer, men's and women's tennis, women's softball and women's volleyball.
Campus Recreation offers a wide variety of services and programs for University of Montana students, faculty and staff and strives to provide an inclusive active environment for social interaction. We host a comprehensive intramural, fitness and outdoor programs.
Student clubs
Student group involvement is an important part of the college experience. In order for student groups to function smoothly and responsibly, it is important for members to be aware of, and comply with, certain University polices and procedures. ASUM-recognized student groups represent a wide variety of academic, pre-professional, spiritual, political, musical, support, service, sport and special interest topics. Currently, there are almost 200 ASUM recognized clubs and organizations, of which approximately three-fourths receive direct funding from ASUM.
Accreditation
The University of Montana-Missoula is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
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The University of Montana Student Reviews & Awards
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My mountain experience
This study abroad experience has helped me build my intercultural knowledge and exposed me to so many wonderful experiences. I am so grateful! Everyone has welcomed me with open arms and exposed me to the culture such that I am adjusting. My professors are also accommodating and helpful in helping me to learn and grow in knowledge.
Study at UM!
I had an amazing time at the University of Montana. It is one of the most beautiful campuses and since it is a small school, they have enough staff to meet the students needs.
U of Montana Missoula!
The University of Montana was one of the best experiences I had! I got to experience a new part of America as well as a different way of living. Missoula is a small, fun college town with lots of nature activities and areas to enjoy. The campus is one of the most beautiful campuses I have seen and it was a joy to walk there everyday.