The University of Montana, Missoula (UMT)

The University of Montana is the symmetry between education and place...Students choose Montana because they aspire to challenge and change the world while living the life they want. They seize their education with the same passion that calls them to the wilds of Montana. Solid friendships are formed through shared adventure. Students live, learn and find meaning here. They are inspired by professors whose knowledge is surpassed only by their conviction. Montana is a state of being where truth and learning coexists in all of its pristine environments.

The mission of The University of Montana-Missoula is the pursuit of academic excellence as indicated by the quality of curriculum and instruction, student performance, and faculty professional accomplishments. The University accomplishes this mission, in part, by providing unique educational experiences through the integration of the liberal arts, graduate study, and professional training with international and interdisciplinary emphases. Through its graduates, the University also seeks to educate competent and humane professionals and informed, ethical, and engaged citizens of local and global communities. Through its programs and the activities of faculty, staff, and students, The University of Montana-Missoula provides basic and applied research, technology transfer, cultural outreach, and service benefiting the local community, region, state, nation and the world.

A unique combination of small town friendliness and big city excitement. You'll find plenty of wonderful cafes and restaurants, a lively and eclectic music scene, live theater, art galleries, laid back coffee houses and funky boutiques.

And, of course, you'll be surrounded by the great outdoors! Paddle Brennan's wave in downtown Missoula, ski or snowboard Montana Snowbowl's 2600 feet of vertical just minutes from campus, fish the Clark Fork or Bitterroot rivers (both run right through Missoula) or hike the "M" trail (Montana's most popular hiking trail).

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