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University of Providence
University of Providence
GREAT FALLS, MT . 4 Year 3.6
#1385 in Best Colleges in America
1301 20TH ST S GREAT FALLS, MT 59405

Overview

The University of Providence is located in Great Falls, Montana, USA, and was founded in 1932 by the Providence Sisters. Originally named Great Falls Junior College for Women, it became coeducational in 1937. The university comprises a College of Arts and Sciences and a College of Health Professions, offering over 20 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Popular majors include Nursing, Psychology, Education, Criminal Justice, and Organizational Leadership. UP's Nursing and Health Sciences programs are highly regarded in Montana. The university operates on a semester system, offering small class sizes with a student-to-faculty ratio of approximately 10:1, ensuring personalized academic support. UP's athletic teams, known as the “Argonauts,” compete in 17 NAIA league programs, including basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, and esports. The university is situated on a 44-acre campus, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities and community engagement. UP is committed to cultivating graduates who possess leadership skills, a spirit of service, and the ability to make ethical decisions.

Rankings

  • 205

    #205 in Best College Dorms in America

  • 3

    #3 in Best Value Colleges in Montana

  • 246

    #246 in Safest College Campuses in America

  • Best College Dorms in America 205 of 1,363
  • Safest College Campuses in America 246 of 1,306
  • Best Colleges for Nursing in America 250 of 774

Academics

  • B Academics
  • BValue
  • A Diversity
  • BCampus
  • BAthletics
  • B+Party Scene
  • BProfessors
  • B Location
  • A Dorms
  • B+Campus Food
  • BStudent Life
  • A Safety

Majors

  • Nursing
    135 Graduates
  • Medical Assistant
    66 Graduates
  • Biology
    16 Graduates
  • Pharmacy Technician
    14 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    12 Graduates
  • Psychology
    10 Graduates
  • Business
    8 Graduates
  • High School Education
    7 Graduates
  • Computer Science
    5 Graduates
  • Accounting
    4 Graduates

Admissions

  • August 16
    Application Deadline
  • 100%
    Acceptance Rate
  • $0
    Application Fee
  • Application Website
    Visit offical website
  • SAT Range
    1140-1280
  • ACT Range
    17-23
  • SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
  • High School GPA
    Required
  • Early Decision/Early Action

Costs

  • Average Total Aid Awarded
    $18,424
  • Students Receiving Financial Aid
    99%
  • National Average Cost
    $15,523

After College

  • Graduation Rate
    39%
  • Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    89%
  • National Average Earnings
    $33,028

Students

  • Full-Time Enrollment
    530 Undergrads
  • Part-Time Undergrads
    135
  • Undergrads Over 25
    44%
  • Pell Grant
    39%
  • Varsity Athletes
    52%

Campus Life

  • Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
  • Evening Degree Programs
    No
  • Athletic Conference
    Frontier Conference
  • Athletic Division
    NAIA

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