by our College Data Analytics TeamIs UM worth the money? Read College Factual's annual UM value report to determine if the school is priced fairly for the quality of education they provide.
The University of Montana is ranked #1,417 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.
Based on our analysis of other colleges at similar price points, we believe The University of Montana is overpriced for the quality education it provides. (This takes into account average financial aid and may not apply to you if you have further scholarships, grant or aid provided to you.)
| School | Total Price | Value Grade |
|---|
*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.
The UM time to graduate is about 4.46 years and will cost an estimated $33,916 per year. This brings the total cost to 151,265.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Average Yearly Cost | $33,916 |
| Average Years to Graduate | 4.46 |
| Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree | $151,265 |
Depending on your personal circumstances, your net price may be well below the average UM net price, which could make this school a better value. You may quality for more financial aid, or be able to complete your degree faster than average. Get more details on UM cost.
Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into averages.
Look at the table below to get a sense of how UM value for your educational dollar might vary.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $168,209 | #0 | F |
| All Students | $151,265 | #1,417 | D+ |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $141,315 | #1,009 | C |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with no Aid | $99,351 | # | F |
| All Students | $82,407 | # | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $72,457 | # | F |
Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Montana.
About 90% of UM students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UM financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.
College Factual's Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.