by our College Data Analytics TeamThe total cost of attendance at The University of Montana can seem overwhelming, but remember that the majority of students receive some sort of financial assistance. This could be in the form of scholarships, grants, work-study, or loans.
Interested in understanding the financial aid resources available at UM and your eligibility? Find the answers you seek below.
$4,988.00 is the typical The University of Montana’s first year financial aid package. 90% of first-year students are awarded financial aid, primarily comprising loans.
Loans are included in the umbrella of ‘financial aid’, even so, the only true discount from the cost of college is a grant or scholarship that you don’t have to pay back.
A loan is not a legitimate college discount, but rather an outcome to consider. See how much student loan debt from The University of Montana you may end up taking on.
Colleges and universities offer institutional scholarships and grants as financial assistance to help students cover tuition fees and other educational costs. These awards, which do not require repayment, can be merit-based or need-based. Merit-based institutional scholarships recognize students who have exceptional academic records, special talents, or skills in particular areas. Eligibility for these scholarships often depends on factors such as a student’s high school performance, standardized test scores, or involvement in extracurricular activities. In contrast, need-based institutional grants are designed for students who show financial need. The amount awarded usually depends on the student’s family’s financial condition and aims.
The stats below refer to aid that is provided by The University of Montana.
66% of new students (865 total) were offered scholarships at The University of Montana, averaging $4,477.00 per person. This puts it in the top 50th percentile among colleges and universities nationwide.
As well as scholarships, 33% of first-year students (435 total) got a federal grant, for about $5,450.00 per person.
The next table displays grant and scholarship distributions by family income for freshman students getting any kind of federally-funded Title IV aid, such as Federal PLUS loans.
| Income Level | Percent of Freshman | Average Assistance |
|---|---|---|
| Income 0-30k | 16.15% | $7,219.00 |
| Income 30k-48k | 6.82% | $6,529.00 |
| Income 48k-75k | 6.67% | $4,677.00 |
| Income 75k-110k | 6.07% | $3,019.00 |
| Income 110k + | 4.85% | $1,477.00 |
The table above shows students who are obtaining Title IV aid, which is federal assistance from the government in the form of grants, loans, and work-study. Learn more here.
Of the 1319 undergraduate students at The University of Montana around 90% (1004 total) receive some form of grant aid. The typical amount awarded was $4,988.00.
Check out the Tuition and Fees page or the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out more.
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