University of Montana Western SAT Scores and GPA

What are University of Montana Western's average SAT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into University of Montana Western. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Dillon, MT

University of Montana Western Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: SAT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into University of Montana Western.

Average SAT: 1060

The average SAT score composite at University of Montana Western is a 1060.

University of Montana Western SAT Score Analysis

The 25th percentile New SAT score is 970, and the 75th percentile SAT score is 1140.

In other words, a 970 places you below average, while a 1140 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute SAT requirement at University of Montana Western, but they really want to see at least a 970 to have a chance at being considered.

Here's the breakdown of SAT scores by section:

Section	Average	25th Percentile	75th Percentile
Math	520	490	550
Reading + Writing	540	480	590
Composite	1060	970	1140

Average GPA: 3.3

The average GPA at University of Montana Western is 3.3. This makes University of Montana Western Moderately Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.3, University of Montana Western accepts below-average students. It's OK to be a B-average student, with some A's mixed in. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.

If you're a junior or senior, your GPA is hard to change from this point on. If your GPA is at or below the school average of 3.3, you'll need a higher SAT score to compensate and show that you're prepared to take on college academics. This will help you compete effectively with other applicants.

Admissions Rate: 36.5%

The acceptance rate at University of Montana Western is 36.5%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 37 are admitted.

This means the school is quite selective. If you have strong academic scores, you have a great shot at getting in.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is quite selective, strong academic scores are critical to improving your chances of admission. If you're able to score a 1140 SAT or above, you'll have a very strong chance at getting in. But if you get a 970 SAT or below, it'll be a steep uphill battle for you to get admitted.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in University of Montana Western, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to University of Montana Western.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average SAT scores than University of Montana Western. If you improve your SAT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Colorado State University	Fort Collins, CO	1178	26
University of North Texas	Denton, TX	1160	23
University of Texas at Arlington	Arlington, TX	1160	23
California State University Long Beach	Long Beach, CA	1145	23
San Jose State University	San Jose, CA	1145	23
Florida Gulf Coast University	Fort Myers, FL	1135	29
Washington State University	Pullman, WA	1125	23

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for University of Montana Western, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Texas State University	San Marcos, TX	1080	23
University of California, Merced	Merced, CA	1080	20
Georgia State University	Atlanta, GA	1067	22
Georgia Southern University	Statesboro, GA	1067	21
Hampton University	Hampton, VA	1059	22
Indiana University of Pennsylvania	Indiana, PA	1051	21
University of Texas at El Paso	El Paso, TX	1040	20

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for University of Montana Western, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If University of Montana Western is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
California State University Fresno	Fresno, CA	1010	19
California State University Stanislaus	Turlock, CA	1000	19
California State University San Bernardino	San Bernardino, CA	1000	18
California State University Bakersfield	Bakersfield, CA	993	19
California State University East Bay	Hayward, CA	992	19
Kean University	Union, NJ	990	20
California State University Los Angeles	Los Angeles, CA	985	18

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