Welcome to UM's College of Science
Created in 2025, the new College of Science at the University of Montana offers R1 research opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students through its top-rated facilities and faculty. Our faculty are internationally recognized researchers who are also committed teachers. They enrich the education of University of Montana undergraduates by bringing their expertise at the forefront of science into the classroom.
Why Science at UM
Here at the University of Montana's College of Science, you will be prepared to lead in advancing knowledge, supporting the role of science and technology in Montana’s economy and culture, and tackling both local and global challenges to meet the needs of the state of Montana, the region and the nation through innovative and inclusive education and research. We foster opportunities for you to engage in research across the undergraduate and graduate curricula, embrace interdisciplinary collaboration through thoughtful application of disciplinary rigor, and champion the societal values of pure and applied science. When you graduate, you will be prepared to investigate enduring questions, solve problems, and design solutions to scientific and technological challenges.