Experience Missoula!

United States West Missoula

Collaborative, ethical, sustainable: Missoula, Montana, is the Big West, a stunningly beautiful place to live and study. The local population thrives in Big Sky Country adventures, exploring the city's parkland, walking trails, tree-covered conservation lands where buffalos roam. There's a strong art scene and an impressive number of craft and micro-breweries framed by the vast Montana mountains.

Population: 74,000
Native language: English
Climate: Temperate
Type of area:
Mountains
Small town
Green

Where Will You Live

University of Montana

Missoula, Montana, is a beautiful place to live and study. Collaborative, ethical, sustainable lifestyles define both life on campus and in the local population of 80,000 people. Locals and students alike love being outdoors in the 500 acres of parkland, 26 miles of walking trails, 3,300 acres of conservation lands, and 20,000 trees. There is little surprise the University of Montana is one of a handful of designated Purple Heart Universities that champion military veterans on their education journey.

When you become a Grizzly—the nickname for anyone in this vibrant community—you commit to a better tomorrow. The science and liberal arts education that takes place here shapes forward-thinking, agile learners who want to make a difference.

Learn more at University of Montana's official website

Student Health & Safety

We champion health, safety, and security. As part of IES Abroad, the largest study abroad organization in the United States, we have set the standard for health and safety in study abroad for decades. We plan for the ‘what if’, so you can get on with the experience of a lifetime.
International Health Insurance

International health insurance included in the cost of your program

24/7 Emergency Phone Support

Total coverage to support you while traveling and in your new city

Location-Specific Information

Health and safety information prepared based on your destination

Health In Your Language

Highly trained multilingual staff to connect you to healthcare providers

Secure Housing

Quality, safe, secure housing within close proximity to your classes

Dedicated Expertise

Protection by a Dean of Students Office advocating for your interests

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