University of Montana-Western Demographics & Diversity Overview

26%
Minority Students
68%
Female Students
0%
International
20
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

University of Montana-Western has a diverse student body with 26% students of color and 0% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
73.6%(1,046)
Hispanic
3.6%(51)
African American
1.0%(14)
Asian
0.2%(3)
American Indian or Alaska Native
6.2%(88)
Pacific Islander
0.6%(8)
Two or More Races
3.4%(49)
Unknown
11.5%(163)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color26%
Total Enrollment1,424
International Students0%

Cultural Engagement

University of Montana-Western offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

University of Montana-Western has a gender distribution of 68% female students and 32% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
31.7%(452)
Women
68.3%(972)

Gender Statistics

Men452

32% of total enrollment

Women972

68% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

University of Montana-Western serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 49% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 26% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Undergraduate Ages

Under 18
6.3%(90)
18-19
26.2%(373)
20-21
23.0%(327)
22-24
19.0%(270)
25+
25.6%(364)

Age Diversity Insights

49%

Traditional Age (18-21)

26%

Non-Traditional (25+)

0%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

University of Montana-Western attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 0% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 59% in-state residents, 41% out-of-state students, and 0% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
58.8%(154)
Out-of-State
41.2%(108)

Regional Representation

In-State154

59% of student body

Out-of-State108

41% of student body

States Represented

20 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

26%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

68%

Female Students

Global Reach

0%

International

Age Diversity

26%

Non-Traditional Age