Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
99.50%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
The University of Montana-Western Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 99.50%. This means approximately 995 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,271 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
99.50%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $6,430 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $19,038 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $19,414 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $16,669 | State avg: $13,344. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 35.39% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 32.16% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does The University of Montana-Western Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$19,038
Room and board
$9,104
Books and supplies
$1,200
Other expenses
$4,978
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$19,414
Average net price
$16,669
Average aid coverage
14%
$2,745 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at The University of Montana-Western pays approximately $16,669 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Montana average of $13,344 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is The University of Montana-Western?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Montana and national averages.
The University of Montana-Western net price
$16,669
Montana average
$13,344
National average
$17,506
The University of Montana-Western Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $19,038 and average net price at $16,669. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$19,038
Current net price
$16,669
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
49.45%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$43,229
Undergraduates
1,271
10-Year Median Earnings - The University of Montana-Western vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
The University of Montana-Western graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends The University of Montana-Western?
Undergraduates
1,271
Completion rate
49.45%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
35.39%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
32.16%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 35.39% of The University of Montana-Western students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 32.16% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at The University of Montana-Western
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use The University of Montana-Western's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
The University of Montana-Western lists Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
The University of Montana-Western is listed at 710 S Atlantic, Dillon, MT 59725-3598. Accreditor: Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Compare Schools
Compare The University of Montana-Western with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Montana-Western | 99.50% | $19,038 | $16,669 | $43,229 |
| Carroll College | 72.64% | $40,352 | $24,842 | $61,772 |
| Highlands College of Montana Tech | Not available | $10,370 | $12,184 | $54,329 |
| Montana Technological University | 89.90% | $24,730 | $16,240 | $54,329 |
| Montana State University | 86.83% | $31,337 | $20,593 | $53,263 |
Similar Schools in Dillon
This local cluster focuses on nearby Dillon schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Dillon.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The University of Montana-Western's acceptance rate?
The University of Montana-Western's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 99.50%.
How much is The University of Montana-Western tuition?
The University of Montana-Western's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $19,038.
What is The University of Montana-Western's average net price?
The University of Montana-Western's average net price in the local dataset is $16,669.
What is The University of Montana-Western's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $43,229 for The University of Montana-Western.
Is The University of Montana-Western accredited?
The University of Montana-Western's accreditor in the local dataset is Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
How many students attend The University of Montana-Western?
The local dataset lists 1,271 undergraduate students at The University of Montana-Western.
What percentage of The University of Montana-Western students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for The University of Montana-Western in the local dataset is 35.39%.
What is the federal loan rate at The University of Montana-Western?
The federal loan rate for The University of Montana-Western in the local dataset is 32.16%.
Where should I verify The University of Montana-Western data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with The University of Montana-Western or the latest official federal education data.