Do you need to request assistance from Distance Library Services? Or to find dates and deadlines for the upcoming semester? You'll find information below to help you get started. You may also want to check the glossary of terms in the Online Learning Terminology, or learn about UM's online degree and certificate programs. To find web pages and information about a variety of student services, use the Services and Resources index.
Access our Prospective Student pages to find out if you're ready to take an online course, receive an orientation to online learning, follow the process to become an online student, and access information, services, and resources to help you navigate your online course and education.
Students must be formally admitted to The University of Montana prior to registering for UMOnline courses. For more information about admission procedures and forms, please visit http://admissions.umt.edu. If you plan to take online courses only, be sure to check Online Courses Only on your admission application.
Online courses share dates and deadlines with campus courses.
The Financial Aid Office determines eligibility of aid. For consideration of eligibility, students should contact the Financial Aid Office as early as possible.
Your student status determines whether or not you have an immunization requirement. If your status is Distance-Only, you do not have an immunization requirement and may only register for fully online courses. If you wish to register for any courses which include a face-to-face component, you are not eligible for the Distance-Only status and must submit an Immunization Form. You may change your status by submitting the Distance Learning Change of Status form. More information is available on the Curry Health Services web site.
Registration for online courses is the same for face-to-face courses, online via CyberBear. Registration typically opens for Fall courses in April, Spring courses in October, and Summer courses in January. View the course schedule and then register for an online course.
Tuition and fees are assessed based on your campus, class, and residency status. The tuition flat spot applies for most online courses. All online courses are assessed a $48 per-credit online learning fee in addition to tuition and other mandatory course fees. Financial Aid may be available for if you are taking 6 or more credits. You will register, finalize your registration, and pay fees on CyberBear. Student Tuition & Fees
