The University of Montana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion of all people. At UM, students, staff, and faculty work to support the needs of LGBTQ community members. We include LGBTQ perspectives on the world in our classrooms, in our administrative teams, and in our interactions with one another. In all that we do, we are dedicated to uplifting the voices, experiences, and work of LGBTQ people. The promotion of groups like the Lambda Alliance, One Persons, Outfield Alliance, and OUTLaws exemplifies UM's focus on community. Through spaces like the Branch Center and the Residence Life Gender Inclusive Floor, UM provides a home for LGBT students. Through offices like Inclusive Excellence, the Diversity Advisory Council, and UM Allies, campus is becoming a better place to be every day.
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| Region: West | |
| City/State: Missoula, MT | |
| Locale: Small City (25,000 to 100,000) | |
| Student Population (FTE): 9,000 | |
| In-State Tuition: $7,720.00 | |
| Out-of-State Tuition: $29,622.00 | |
| Institution Website: http://umt.edu |
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| Doctoral/Research University Master's College/University Baccalaureate College/University Public/State University Residential Campus Nonresidential Campus |
LGBTQ Student Opportunities
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Colleges and universities want LGBTQ students, faculty and staff to be out and proud as part of the diversity of the campus community. The Campus Pride Index provides campuses the opportunity to come out as LGBTQ-friendly and take responsibility for continually improving their LGBTQ campus climate.
The Campus Pride Index features LGBTQ student opportunities by highlighting the positive work within higher education across the country. Prospective students and families may choose the best LGBTQ campuses searching the tool based on area of study, cost, location, type of campus and LGBTQ-inclusive policy, programs and practice for their college search.
Reminder: Learn more by signing-up for FREE to participate in Campus Pride's LGBTQ-friendly National College Fair Program in eight different cities and the Campus Pride National Online College Fair.
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Commitment to LGBTQ Issues
Our Synopsis
The University of Montana invites LGBTQ students to be who they are, and live their identities boldly. No matter who you are, you can find community in Residence Life, or new experiences in classes that recognize our complex world. In Student Life, UM wants to honor LGBTQ history and culture through events like Queer Pride and our annual Rainbow Welcome. Student groups like the Lambda Alliance and the Student Life Activities Committee provide a space for students to express themselves without fear. UM does not only offer a community for LGBTQ students and allies. We take an active role in education and innovation. Through programs like Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Learning Sessions and Allies Trainings, allies and LGBTQ students, staff, and faculty can learn more about how to support their UM family. Classes through programs like the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies program aim to investigate questions of gender, equity, and equality. Finally, UM’s commitment to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan illustrates our dedication to ensuring safety and happiness for all students for years to come.
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Why you'll love University of Montana - Missoula
Being at UM has taught me so much about community, queer joy and pride, and love for the people around me. If I were not in Montana, being myself would not be so easy and exciting. Especially in Missoula, where the LGBT community is so vibrant and active, being proud of who I am comes naturally.
— 20 year old, transmasculine and bisexual junior
There is a great community on campus, and the University is always working towards being more inclusive.
— Age 20, nonbinary queer junior
Dedication and love are the road for us. Apathy and hate have no place here. Welcome to Lambda!
— 1975 Newsletter from University's LGBT Student Organization, the Lambda Alliance
Highlights & Organizations
Upcoming events
9/2/2021
Rainbow Welcome
4/14/2022
Queer Prom
10/11/2021
National Coming Out Day
Admissions
Admissions Office
University of Montana - Missoula Admissions Office
University of Montana Admissions
University of Montana - Missoula
Gilkey Center
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Missoula, MT 59812
Phone: 406-243-6266
Website: https://www.umt.edu/admissions/
Admission Application Deadline:
Overall Campus Pride Index Score
The Campus Pride Index has a strong theoretical research foundation in LGBTQ current programs, practices and policies for safer, more inclusive campus learning environments. The index tool has been tested extensively since 2001 and recently updated with new, higher LGBTQ national benchmarks in 2015.
The Campus Pride Index is a vital tool for assisting campuses in learning ways to improve their LGBTQ campus life and ultimately shape the educational experience to be more inclusive, welcoming and respectful of LGBTQ and ally people. The index is owned and operated by Campus Pride, the leading national nonprofit organization for student leaders and campus groups working to create safer, more LGBTQ-Friendly learning environments at colleges and universities. Campus Pride commends the campuses participating in the index and their willingness to come out, be visible and actively advocate for improving higher education for LGBTQ people.
University of Montana - Missoula
LGBTQ-friendly break-down by inclusion factors
| Sexual Orientation Score | 3.5 of 5 |
| Gender Identity/Expression Score | 3.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Policy Inclusion | 4 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment | 4 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Academic Life | 3.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Student Life | 4 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life | 4.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Campus Safety | 1.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Counseling & Health | 4.5 of 5 |
| LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention Efforts | 2.5 of 5 |
| Sections greyed out mean the campus does not offer those services | |
LGBTQ-Friendly Report Card
LGBTQ Policy Inclusion
| Non-discrimination statement inclusive of sexual orientation | |
| Non-discrimination statement inclusive of gender identity/expression | |
| Health insurance coverage to employees’ same sex partner | |
| Accessible, simple process for students to change their name on university records and documents | |
| Accessible, simple process for students to change their gender identity on university records and documents | |
| Students have option to self-identify sexual orientation on admission application or post enrollment forms | |
| Students have option to self-identify gender identity/expression on admission application or post enrollment forms |
LGBTQ Support & Institutional Commitment
| Resource center/office with responsibilities for LGBTQ students | |
| Paid staff with responsibilities for LGBTQ support services | |
| Ally program or Safe Space/Safe Zone | |
| Actively seek to employ diversity of faculty & staff including visible, out LGBTQ people | |
| Standing advisory committee that deals with LGBTQ issues | |
| LGBTQ alumni group |
LGBTQ Academic Life
| LGBTQ studies program | |
| LGBTQ specific course offerings | |
| Actively recruit faculty for LGBTQ-related academic scholarship | |
| New faculty/staff training opportunities on sexual orientation issues | |
| New faculty/staff training opportunities on gender identity issues | |
| LGBTQ faculty/staff organization |
LGBTQ Student Life
| LGBTQ & Ally student organization | |
| LGBTQ & Ally graduate student organization | |
| LGBTQ social fraternity/sorority | |
| Regularly plans LGBTQ social activities | |
| Regularly plans educational events on transgender issues | |
| Regularly offers educational events surrounding intersectionality of identities for LGBTQ people | |
| LGBTQ-inclusive career services |
LGBTQ Housing & Residence Life
| LGBTQ living space, theme floors and/or living-learning community | |
| Roommate matching for LGBTQ students to find LGBTQ-friendly roommate | |
| Gender-inclusive housing for new students | |
| Gender-inclusive housing for returning students | |
| Gender-inclusive/single occupancy restroom facilities in campus housing | |
| Gender-inclusive/single occupancy shower facilities in campus housing | |
| Trains residence life and housing staff at all levels on LGBTQ issues and concerns |
LGBTQ Campus Safety
| Procedure for reporting LGBTQ related bias incidents and hate crimes | |
| Active ongoing training for hate crime prevention | |
| Active outreach to LGBTQ students and student organization | |
| Trains campus police on sexual orientation issues | |
| Trains campus police on gender identity/expression issues | |
| Supports victims of LGBTQ sexual violence and partner violence |
LGBTQ Counseling & Health
| LGBTQ counseling/support groups | |
| Trans-inclusive trained counseling staff | |
| Free, anonymous and accessible HIV/STI testing | |
| LGBTQ-inclusive health information and safer sex materials available | |
| Trans-inclusive student health insurance policy which covers ongoing counseling services | |
| Trans-inclusive student health insurance policy which covers hormone replacement therapy |
LGBTQ Recruitment & Retention
| Annually participates in LGBTQ admission fairs | |
| LGBTQ student scholarships | |
| LGBTQ mentoring program to welcome and assist LGBTQ students in transitioning to academic and college life | |
| Special Lavender or Rainbow Graduation ceremony for LGBTQ students and allies | |
| Admission counselors receive LGBTQ-inclusive training and resources |
