The University of Montana Western is the only public university in the country that operates on block scheduling. We call this unique program Experience One. Between our wide array of academic programs and affordable tuition, Montana Western is one of the top universities in the west. The Montana Western Office of Admissions is here to assist you through the admissions process. Please contact us and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Montana Western and Experience One has changed the lives of many students and it could change yours too.
The way in which you apply to Montana Western depends on which prospective student category you fall into. Click on the options below to see which category relates to you.
COST OF ATTENDANCE BY SEMESTER FOR 2024-2025
| Expense | Resident | WUE | Non-Resident |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,519.52 | $3,779.04 | $9,210.36 |
| Mandatory Fees | $815.60 | $855.20 | $855.20 |
| On-Campus: Room | $1,996.00 | $1,996.00 | $1,996.00 |
| Meal Plan: Board | $3,027.00 | $3,027.00 | $3,027.00 |
| Totals | $8,358.12 | $9,657.24 | $15,088.56 |
*Tuition is subject to change
First-time freshmen at Montana Western complete an incredible 96 percent of their courses.
Montana Western has increased the number of students receiving degrees by 88 percent in the last 10 years.
99% of our applicants are accepted to attend Montana Western and thrive due to our block schedule, affordability, and supportive university community.
Nearly 80 percent of Montana Western graduates find employment in Montana within one year of graduation, as do 88 percent of education majors.
2024
July 1
Fall application for 2025 opens
July 12, 17, 19
Bulldog Bound for new incoming 2024 students
August 15-18
New Student Orientation
August 19
First Day of Fall Semester 2024 – Tuition bills must be paid or payment plan set up
October 1*
FAFSA application opens for 2025-26 academic year *(this date subject to change)
October 21
Spring 2025 class registration opens
November 1
Housing application opens for spring 2025
November 1
Scholarship application opens for 2025-26 academic year
November 15*
Fall Experience Montana Western Day *(this date subject to change)
December 1*
FAFSA priority deadline for fall semester *(this date subject to change)
2025
January 10
Spring Orientation
January 13
First day of spring semester
January 15
Montana Western priority scholarship deadline
February 1
Housing application opens for 2025-26 academic year
March 21*
Spring Experience Montana Western Day *(this date subject to change)
March 31
Class registration opens for summer and fall 2025 academic year
April 15
Roommate selection opens
May 10
Commencement
May 15
Room selection opens
Summer
Bulldog Bound Pre-Orientation Days for registered students
August
Move-in Day and New Student Orientation
August 18
First day of fall semester 2025
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Applying for federal financial aid is the best way to help pay for college. The deadline to apply is December 1st. Contact us if you need help
An enriching extracurricular life is crucial to a positive experience as a student, and Montana Western is brimming with activities, organizations, student groups, clubs and solid support networks. We are here to help our students along their educational journeys.
