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UM Western Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into The University of Montana Western

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into UM Western? The University of Montana Western is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult The University of Montana Western directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

UM Western GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.2

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into The University of Montana Western?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UM Western are to have around a 3.2 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to UM Western will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UM Western is 3.2 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #7 in Montana for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UM Western is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted The University of Montana Western students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 4.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 17.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 13.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 16.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 20.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 10.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UM Western SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by The University of Montana Western. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

890-1120

Applicants Submitting SAT 

85%
SAT Scores for The University of Montana Western
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 430
Composite 25th Percentile 890
SAT Scores for The University of Montana Western
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 570
Math 75th Percentile 550
Composite 75th Percentile 1120
Average SAT Score 1010

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to The University of Montana Western?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UM Western is 1010 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 890-1120. Students who get into The University of Montana Western score in the top 79 percent of all SAT test takers..  UM Western ranks #6 in the state of Montana for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1010 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UM Western regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 890 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 890, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 770, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

The University of Montana Western is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1010 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1005, you have around a 36% chance of being admitted. A 1120 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 52% chance of getting in.

The University of Montana Western admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1120 and Above Good >52%
1005 to 1120 Avg + 36%-52%
890 to 1005 Avg - 23%-36%
775 to 890 Reach 13%-23%
Less than 775 Low <13%
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UM Western ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-21 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

15%
ACT Scores for The University of Montana Western
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 14
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for The University of Montana Western
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 21
Math 75th Percentile 22
Composite 75th Percentile 21
Average ACT Score 18

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UM Western?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UM Western is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 21.  The school ranks #7 in Montana for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

15 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to The University of Montana Western.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as The University of Montana Western is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into UM Western for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 36% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 55% with a 21 ACT score.

The University of Montana Western admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
21 and Above Good >55%
18 to 21 Avg + 36%-55%
16 to 18 Avg - 25%-36%
14 to 16 Reach 17%-25%
Less than 14 Low <17%
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High School Class Rank

54% of The University of Montana Western freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 21% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted The University of Montana Western students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 6%
Top 25% of class 21%
Top 50% of class 54%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to The University of Montana Western is $30.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to The University of Montana Western and what student information is used for admission decisions?

The University of Montana Western Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at The University of Montana Western
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=180692 IPEDS survey data for The University of Montana Western.

Last updated February 24, 2024