College comparison

The University of Montana vs University of North Dakota

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	The University of Montana Missoula, MT	University of North Dakota Grand Forks, ND
Acceptance rateUniversity of North Dakota is more selective	96%	77%
SAT (25–75)	—	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	7,488	9,981
Avg net price	$16,784	$18,551
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Missoula, MT	Grand Forks, ND

Quick answers

Is The University of Montana or University of North Dakota harder to get into?

University of North Dakota is more selective: The University of Montana's acceptance rate is approximately 96% and University of North Dakota's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for The University of Montana vs University of North Dakota?

The middle-50% SAT range is — at The University of Montana and — at University of North Dakota. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.