Bachelor of Psychology at The University of Montana

The Psychology at The University of Montana is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Missoula , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Psychology

Study Psychology at the University of Montana

Every time you order coffee, have a social interaction or make a decision, psychology is at work. As a psychology major at UM, you'll study how and why people and animals do what they do, using analytical and creative tools to explore meaningful questions.

The psychology program at the University of Montana provides a foundation in the science of psychology, preparing you for diverse career options or continuing on to graduate education. Students are also able to earn credit toward their major or minor through field-based, hands-on learning – including psychology internships and opportunities to participate in cutting-edge faculty research.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Psychology at The University of Montana

Entry Requirements

Academic Eligibility

First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records.

Documents for Admission

Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

English Requirements

PTEMin 48
IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Psychology

Career development in the psychology major

At the University of Montana, we help you succeed in your career as well as in the classroom. Although the bachelor's in psychology is one of our largest programs here on campus, you'll never feel lost in the mix – we offer incredible opportunities to work one-on-one with faculty, engage in research that will position you for success post-graduation, and learn in a caring and supportive environment.

Our program also prepares students for advanced study in the field. Bachelor's students who are interested in pursuing graduate degrees in psychology are encouraged to participate in research experiences (all our faculty have active labs), take a wide variety of courses and pursue specialization options that interest them.

With dedicated advisors serving undergraduate psychology students, our faculty's open-door policies and a department-wide commitment to mentoring students, our psychology graduates go on to successful careers in a wide range of fields.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Psychology at The University of Montana

Application Fee 30

How to Apply for Bachelor of Psychology at The University of Montana

1. Complete an online application
2. Pay the application fee
3. Submit required application documents

English language proficiency requirements
Academic records
Financial information
Copy of passport
Transfer form (for transfer students only)

You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

Bachelor of Psychology at The University of Montana

The University of Montana

United States of America, Missoula