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University of Montana

Tracking its history back to 1881, the University is a leading public research university. Located in Missoula it amazing access to the Rocky Mountains and Yellowstone National Park.
Find out more at Montana's exchange webpage
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Number of places available: 1 full-year place

Dates

Term dates

  • Fall Semester: August - December
  • Spring Semester: January - May
  • Summer Semester: May - June

More information: Academic Calendar | University of Montana and Exchanges Dates

Application Deadline

If selected to go on an exchange by Durham University, the Global Opportunities Team will formally nominate you to the partner. After your nomination is confirmed, you will need to apply directly to the partner to register with them. Deadline: March 15th 

Academic Information

Durham students will attend under the University of Montana's Partner University Exchange Program - Durham is not part of Montana's ISEP programme. The following page provides academic information: Academic Information | University of Montana. To see which specific classes will be taught in the next semester or have been available in past years, you can visit the Course Search Tool.

Study Load

For undergraduate students, the normal full-time load is 12 credits per semester, which equates to 24 credits per academic year (autumn + spring semesters).

Requirements and Restrictions

When building a class schedule, students must meet any class prerequisites.

Exchange students are not able to take the English Language Institute courses.

Language Requirements

The language of instruction at the University of Montana is English. If you are a non native English speaker, you may be asked to provide evidence of language ability.

Supporting Documents Required

If selected to go on an exchange by Durham, you will need the following documents to apply directly to this partner:

  • University Transcript(s) in English
  • Copy of Passport
  • Application Essay
  • Proof of English Language Proficiency
  • Proof of Finances for DS-2019 Insurance
  • Study Plan at UM
  • One Academic Reference Letter

For more information, please visit: Incoming Exchange Student Application Materials | University of Montana

 

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Campus Safety and Support

The Montana Way is to educate for personal meaning and and collective significance. To support this, the Curry Health Center Wellbeing is dedicated to fostering a campus environment that promotes a culture of holistic health, comprehensive student wellbeing, and academic success.

Curry Wellbeing, Counseling & Health Centre

Accommodation

Exchange students may apply for housing through UM Housing at University of Montana. You may also apply independently for off-campus accommodation outside of the university's remit. University accommodation includes: a Residence Hall or the Lewis and Clark Village. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-assigned basis by the date the housing application is completed. Meal plans are required if residing in the residence halls, but not for Lewis and Clark Village. All students living in the residence halls will be automatically charged for a Maroon 7 Day Residential Dining Plan. The meal plan and their housing must be paid in one lump sum before the beginning of the semester. The payment deadline will be the first day of classes. 

Explore the UM residence halls by checking out these virtual tours to learn about your options. For more information, please visit: Housing, Meals, Early Arrival | University of Montana

Other Information

The University of Montana requires all students to have and maintain medical insurance, including students on F and J visas. Further information on insurance requirements can be found here: Health Insurance Requirement | University of Montana

Summer Opportunities

There are presently no bilateral summer schools on offer with the University of Montana. Please check our Summer & Winter Schools for other partners that may offer summer opportunities.

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Missoula sits at the convergence of five mountain ranges: the Bitterroot Mountains, Sapphire Range, Garnet Range, Rattlesnake Mountains, and the Reservation Divide, and thus is often described as being the "hub of five valleys".

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GO Full Year Study: Step by Step

How does it work?

Find out details of how full-year GO study works

Where can I go?

Find out about Durham's partner universities

How to apply

Find out the application process

Preparing to go

What students must do pre-departure

Currently Abroad

Help and resources for students abroad

Returning Students

Find out what to do on your return