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When Trails Trend
When an influencer tells you the mountains are calling, do you take a hike? One UM graduate was curious about where people go outdoors and why. She found that exploring the wild may feel spontaneous, but social media influencers are steering people into the backcountry, and all that FOMO can take a toll on sensitive landscapes.
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Your Next Chapter Starts Here
Ready to call Montana home? The Apply Montana application is open and free for Montana residents, making it simple to apply to the University of Montana. In just one application, you'll open the door to world-class academics, unforgettable experiences and a future built on purpose. Your adventure starts now. Go Griz! -
Mice Living the High Life
Curiosity led UM researchers to the highest place mammals live. 22,000 feet in the Andes, a leaf-eared mouse may hold a secret that could reshape cancer therapy. Basic research begins with a question, and the question these mice posed was simple: How do they do it?
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Meet UM President Jeremiah Shinn
As a first-generation college graduate, President Shinn understands how education can transform lives. His vision is rooted in student success, academic excellence, innovation and service, preparing graduates to lead, strengthen communities and meet the evolving needs of Montana and beyond.
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Where Summits Sing
At UM, students don’t just study music — they have opportunities to create, perform and share their work on meaningful stages. For music composition senior Chris Valian, that opportunity came to life when the Montana Youth Symphony performed the world premiere of his award-winning composition, "Summit," during its Missoula debut. -
On the Up and Up
The University of Montana Alumni Association's 2026 25 Under 25 honorees prove that Grizzlies don't wait to make a difference. From advancing science and public service to launching businesses and championing communities around the world, these young alumni are putting a UM education into action, and helping shape a better future.
When Trails Trend
When an influencer tells you the mountains are calling, do you take a hike? One UM graduate was curious about where people go outdoors and why. She found that exploring the wild may feel spontaneous, but social media influencers are steering people into the backcountry, and all that FOMO can take a toll on sensitive landscapes.
Your Next Chapter Starts Here
Ready to call Montana home? The Apply Montana application is open and free for Montana residents, making it simple to apply to the University of Montana. In just one application, you'll open the door to world-class academics, unforgettable experiences and a future built on purpose. Your adventure starts now. Go Griz!
Mice Living the High Life
Curiosity led UM researchers to the highest place mammals live. 22,000 feet in the Andes, a leaf-eared mouse may hold a secret that could reshape cancer therapy. Basic research begins with a question, and the question these mice posed was simple: How do they do it?
Meet UM President Jeremiah Shinn
As a first-generation college graduate, President Shinn understands how education can transform lives. His vision is rooted in student success, academic excellence, innovation and service, preparing graduates to lead, strengthen communities and meet the evolving needs of Montana and beyond.
Where Summits Sing
At UM, students don’t just study music — they have opportunities to create, perform and share their work on meaningful stages. For music composition senior Chris Valian, that opportunity came to life when the Montana Youth Symphony performed the world premiere of his award-winning composition, "Summit," during its Missoula debut.
On the Up and Up
The University of Montana Alumni Association's 2026 25 Under 25 honorees prove that Grizzlies don't wait to make a difference. From advancing science and public service to launching businesses and championing communities around the world, these young alumni are putting a UM education into action, and helping shape a better future.
68.9%
Montana residents
The majority of UM students are from in-state
32.7%
First-Generation College Students
A third of UM undergraduates are the first in their families to attend college