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Montana Western offers our experiential learning at a cost you can afford, which means our students get more personal attention and more hands-on learning for a fraction of the cost of other regional universities.
There are also many opportunities for financial aid and a host of scholarships and grants available for students. Don’t let the cost of college deter you from getting the education you deserve.
The popular Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) scholarship can significantly defray the cost of tuition for qualifying out-of-state students.
Our admissions and financial aid offices are here to help guide you through the process.
Fill out a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. The priority deadline for financial aid is March 1.
Put Montana Western’s Title IV School Code on your FAFSA. Our code is 002537.
Electronically sign and submit your FAFSA and it will be sent to our Financial Aid Office.
When we receive your processed FAFSA we will send you a letter containing a check list and any additional forms your file requires.
Once your paperwork is complete we will process your aid. Some student files are selected for verification by the Department of Education and are audited by the Financial Aid Office.
Fully processing your financial aid will take several weeks to complete; please be patient, it is vital that your FAFSA and other paperwork are looked at thoroughly.
When your aid is processed you will receive a postcard and an e-mail notifying you that your award letter is ready to view and sign online. All awards are sent electronically and must be signed electronically. Instructions on how to sign your award letter will be printed on the postcard and e-mail.
If the aid you receive does not cover all of your college costs, please contact the Financial Aid Office for outside funding options.
If you have not received and signed an award letter before school starts, you will be required to pay your bill in full and then be reimbursed by financial aid when your aid is fully processed. We advise that you consider this and apply for financial aid early so that it will be processed by the beginning of August.
In addition to applying for financial aid, you should begin your application for admission to UMW here.
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Looking at the price of attending college can be overwhelming. Don’t worry, these are estimated semester costs and there are many ways to cover the expenses of college. Montana Western is the best academic value in the state. Be sure to check out all the financial aid options Montana Western offers.
| Resident | Semester Costs | |
| Freshman/Sophomore | Junior/Senior | |
| Tuition | $1,471.20 | $2,051.40 |
| Mandatory Fees | $501.30 | $501.30 |
| On-Campus: Room[1] | $1,132.00 | $1,132.00 |
| Meal Plan (Board)[2] | $1,785.00 | $1,785.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance: | $4,889.50 | $5,469.70 |
| UMW Student Health Insurance[3] | $842.00 | $842.00 |
| Off-Campus: Room & Board[1] | $3,210.00 | $3,210.00 |
| Books (estimated) | $462.50 | $462.50 |
| Misc.: transportation, course fees, sundries | $1,173.00 | $1,173.50 |
| Non-Resident | Semester Costs | |
| Freshman/Sophomore | Junior/Senior | |
| Tuition | $6,351.60 | $6,536.40 |
| Mandatory Fees | $537.30 | $537.30 |
| On-Campus: Room[1] | $1,132.00 | $1,132.00 |
| Meal Plan (Board)[2] | $1,785.00 | $1,785.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance: | $9,805.90 | $9,990.70 |
| UMW Student Health Insurance[3] | $842.00 | $842.00 |
| Off-Campus: Room & Board[1] | $3,210.00 | $3,210.00 |
| Books (estimated) | $462.50 | $462.50 |
| Misc.: transportation, course fees, sundries | $1,173.00 | $1,173.50 |
| Resident | Semester Costs | |
| Freshman/Sophomore | Junior/Senior | |
| Tuition | $2,206.80 | $3,076.80 |
| Mandatory Fees | $537.30 | $537.30 |
| On-Campus: Room[1] | $1,132.00 | $1,132.00 |
| Meal Plan (Board)[2] | $1,785.00 | $1,785.00 |
| Total Cost of Attendance: | $5,661.10 | $6,531.10 |
| UMW Student Health Insurance[3] | $842.00 | $842.00 |
| Off-Campus: Room & Board[1] | $3,210.00 | $3,210.00 |
| Books (estimated) | $462.50 | $462.50 |
| Misc.: transportation, course fees, sundries | $1,173.00 | $1,173.00 |
| Residency | Tuition | Fees |
| Montana Resident | $2,942 | $1,002.60 |
| Out of State Resident | $12,703 | $1,075 |
| WUE Qualifier | $4,414 | $1,075 |
| Montana College 2009-2010 | Yearly Cost of Tuition and Fees for Undergraduate Montana Residents |
| Montana Western | $3,945 |
| MSU-Northern | $4,476 |
| University of Montana | $5,775 |
| Montana State University | $6,440 |
| Rocky Mountain College | $21,684 |
| Carroll College | $24,648 |
Click here to begin your scholarship application process.
Montana Western’s financial aid staff are committed to helping you through the process of paying for college. It may seem stressful now, but you are making an investment in yourself. Don’t let the numbers scare you away from attending college; there are a variety of ways to cover the cost. Your education and future are worth it.
Please contact Montana Western’s Financial Aid Office with any questions or concerns. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Our knowledgeable and friendly staff are ready to help you. For more information call, write or e-mail:
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