<p class="ql-align-justify">Nestled in the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, the University of Montana is a place where top-tier students, educators and researchers from across the country and around the globe come and thrive. UM is located in Missoula, Montana’s second-largest city with a population of 80,000 residents. The University draws a diverse population to Missoula and helps cultivate an educated, engaged and vibrant community.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">More than 10,000 students attend UM and Missoula College, where they receive a world-class education in a broad range of subjects that include the trades, liberal arts, graduate and postdoctoral study and professional training.</p><p class="ql-align-justify">The main campus spans 56 acres at the base of Mount Sentinel along the Clark Fork River and includes the park-like Oval at the centre of campus, more than 60 architecturally unique buildings and a 25,200-seat football stadium. UM's 180-acre South Campus offers student housing, a golf course, soccer fields and an outdoor track facility. Missoula College occupies two sites in central and west Missoula.</p><p class="ql-align-justify"><br></p><p class="ql-align-justify"><strong>Why University of Montana?</strong></p><ul><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Campus Life</u>:&nbsp;UM hosts a variety of events on campus every day of the week. From intercollegiate athletic events, to music recitals, big-name concerts, art gallery receptions, public lectures and film screenings, there is always something happening on campus.</li><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Tech support</u>: The University of Montana campus provides several opportunities for students to receive support for their personal devices. You can find assistance at the Student Affairs IT help desk in the UC, or at the IT Central help desk located in the Social Sciences building.&nbsp;</li><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>City</u>:&nbsp;Missoula is the hub of five valleys and three major rivers. With about 66,000 city residents and 109,000 total residents in Missoula County,&nbsp;the Garden City is a blend of small-town friendliness and big-city amenities.</li><li class="ql-align-justify"><u>Culture</u>: Thousands of students move to Missoula each year to attend UM, and the University's presence enhances the city's diversity and cultural offerings. UM is also the region's largest employer.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p>