Experience Montana Western 2026: Upcoming Spring Preview Day on March 20
February 23, 2026
The University of Montana Western invites all prospective and incoming students, along with their families, to attend Experience Montana Western, a free spring preview day on Friday, March 20, 2026.
This exciting event offers prospective students a comprehensive introduction to UMW’s campus life and academic programs. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the campus, explore Montana Western’s innovative Experience One (X1) block scheduling system, and meet with faculty, staff, and community members. Additionally, participants will learn about UMW’s diverse range of courses and academic programs. As a special bonus, all attending students will be automatically entered into a drawing to win a $500 scholarship.
To learn more about Experience Montana Western and to register, visit apply.umwestern.edu/portal/ExperienceUMW.
Schedule of Events:
10:00 – 10:30 AM, Keltz Arena | Welcome & Introduction to Experience One (X1)
Learn about UMW’s innovative block schedule that allows students to focus on one course at a time.
10:30 – 11:30 AM | Campus Tour
Explore the Montana Western campus, including classrooms, labs, and student spaces.
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Inside the Experience: Campus Life and Academics
Attend a fair to hear about a variety of opportunities at UMW!
12:30 – 1:30 PM | Lunch in the Dining Hall
1:30 – 2:15 PM | Experience One Forum
Join a Q&A session with current students, faculty, staff, and community members.
2:15 – 2:45 PM | Admissions & Financial Aid Process/Wrap-Up
Learn more about Admissions and Financial Aid.
2:45 – 3:15 PM | Enrollment Checklist Completion
Get things checked off your “to-do” list!
3:15 | Residence Hall Tour: Mathews and JDC Complex
Take a tour of the Montana Western residence halls and learn more about life on campus.
Individuals that are unable to attend the spring Experience Montana Western event can schedule a campus tour for the opportunity to meet with an Admissions Representative and request to meet with professors or student support staff. To schedule a tour of UMW, please complete this online form: https://apply.umwestern.edu/portal/campus-visits.
For more information about Experience Montana Western 2026, please contact UMW Admissions Representative, Sarah Detlaff: [email protected] or 406-683-7451.
