Education In Missoula

Missoula is a University town and as such, has a great educational system. From the University, to Missoula College, to the public school system and many private learning institutions, you're sure to find the right fit for your learning goals and style.

Public Schools

Private Schools

Missoula County Public Schools serves the area with nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and four high schools. Learn more on Missoula County Public School's website.

The Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce has compiled a list of the current public schools in the Missoula area. Click below to view the list including school contact information. 

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Colleges & Universities

University of Montana

Roughly 13,000 students attend UM and Missoula College,where they receive a world class education in a broad range of degrees that include the liberal arts, sciences, graduate and postdoctoral study and professional education.


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Missoula College

Missoula College is a student-centered leader in higher education and workforce development. The college offers rigorous educational programs in 35 different areas including health care, applied computing and electronics, business, computer-aided design, culinary arts, cyber security, general education and industrial technologies. Graduates in Diesel, Heavy Equipment Operating, Welding/Machining and Construction appreciate over 100%job placement.

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Walla Walla University

Centrally located in Missoula, Walla Walla University’s Missoula MSW site is dedicated to providing an outstanding clinical educational experience for approximately 70 Master-Level Social Work Students.​

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Adult Education

Adult Education Lifelong Learning Center

Lifelong Learning is not just taking classes; it’s an attitude; it’s a choice. Originally established in 1957 with a class of 20 journeyman carpenters who needed to learn welding skills has grown to an enrollment of over 11,500 registrants and more than 700 classes last year.

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Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UM (MOLLI)

The mission of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at UM (MOLLI) is to offer programs that promote the lifelong learning and personal growth of 50+ individuals through a diverse collection of noncredit, short courses offered in the fall, winter, and spring. Our goal is to create an accessible and innovative learning environment so that individuals from all backgrounds and levels of education may pursue learning. This is truly learning for the joy of learning – no exams, no grades – just fun!
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