Is The University of Montana worth it?
The University of Montana is a public, four-year institution in Missoula, Montana (small city). It awarded 2,846 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in physical therapy, psychology and general studies.
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Federal context for The University of Montana
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Median earnings 1 year after
$35,104
Median earnings 4 years after
$50,928
Median earnings 10 years after
$44,511
Average net price
$16,784
Completion rate
48%
Completions (2024)
2,846
Years to pay back
1.3 years
Students (undergrad)
7,488
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | First professional | $112,341 | $141,791 | 82 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | Bachelor's | $36,142 | $43,347 | 76 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $25,023 | $46,192 | 71 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management | Bachelor's | $28,339 | $43,286 | 69 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's | $70,886 | $91,218 | 56 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $37,784 | $57,892 | 54 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | Master's | $56,491 | $57,297 | 53 |
| Communication and Media Studies | Bachelor's | $34,377 | $54,300 | 49 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | First professional | $73,528 | $82,240 | 49 |
| Social Work | Bachelor's | $33,726 | $46,459 | 45 |
| Law | First professional | $65,477 | $86,640 | 43 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | $27,552 | $43,813 | 41 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $52,370 | $64,057 | 41 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | $44,274 | $49,672 | 40 |
| Social Work | Master's | $44,672 | $60,362 | 39 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Therapy/Therapist | Doctoral professional practice | 273 |
| General Studies | Associate | 108 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 107 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 81 |
| Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance | Bachelor's | 59 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Master's | 59 |
| Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management | Bachelor's | 52 |
| Health/Health Care Administration/Management | Post-bacc certificate | 48 |
| Sociology, General | Bachelor's | 47 |
| Environmental Science | Bachelor's | 44 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 22% | 8,621 |
| Educational Services | 17% | 6,753 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 10% | 4,049 |
| Retail Trade | 10% | 3,810 |
| Public Administration | 9% | 3,344 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 7% | 2,804 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 4% | 1,725 |
| Finance and Insurance | 4% | 1,492 |
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Sources: federal figures for The University of Montana. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Montana. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page