PublicTownThe University of Montana-Western
Western Montana College; Montana Western; UM Western; WMC; UMW
Dillon, Montana 59725-3598
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Close-knit campus — excellent value
The University of Montana-Western is a public town institution in Dillon, Montana. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 1.3K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The town location creates a classic college-town feel.
49% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $43,229 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $16,669.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History Montana Western campus The college was founded as the Montana State Normal School in 1893 to train teachers according to a model used by other states.
- •Academics at the college expanded with increased programs and had a four-year curriculum; the addition of other subjects and departments led to its being renamed as Western Montana College.
- •It became part of the Montana University System in 2000 and its name was changed to University of Montana Western.
Source: Wikipedia
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Admissions
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
68.0%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.3%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$12,000
Programs (34)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
79%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
9
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from MT state average