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Global Engagement Office

Before your arrival to UM, you must聽complete the聽Pre-Orientation Checklist

The Pre-Orientation Checklist provides more information about logging into GrizPortal, activating your UMConnect (student) email address, applying for housing and more. You will first need to log into GrizPortal and activate your UM student account before you can apply for on campus housing.

Book flight to Missoula for Arrival Day

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If you would like, you can plan to arrive in Missoula during the official Arrival Day, which for Spring 2026 begins on Sunday, January 11 from 9:30AM (0930) and lasts until Monday, January 12 at 1AM (0100). This will give you some time to become familiar with campus and recover from traveling before beginning your academic work.

(MSO) is 6.1 miles west of Missoula. There are several daily flights into MSO. Please be sure that International Students and Scholars office knows your date of arrival and flight number by completing the . You should inform our office of any changes in your arrival plans as soon as possible.

In case of an emergency related to your arrival or if your travel plans change while you are traveling, please contact via our

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Airport Pickup Outside of Arrival Days

Should you arrive outside of the designated Arrival Days pickup schedule, ground transportation from the airport to campus can be arranged as follows:

By Taxi or Ride Share Service:

  • : (406) 880-7433

*When using these services, we highly recommend reserving your transportation before arriving in the U.S. Additionally, familiarize yourself with how to modify your reservation in case your flight is changed or delayed. You may face challenges using your smartphone for these services upon arrival in the U.S. or Missoula, even though most airports provide Wi-Fi services.

 Airport Bus:

  • : This bus route does not go to University Campus. From the transfer center you will need to take Route 1 or 12 to get to campus. Please see the routes for more information.

Missoula Airport Ground Transportation Guide:

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First night of lodging

Students who have applied for housing can stay in 91次元 Residence Halls during early arrival housing for a designated rate. See Housing for more information. Students who have not applied for housing must make housing arrangements. Here are some temporary housing suggestions if you are not staying in university housing.

Here are some hotel options:

 hotel names and phone numbers
Hotel Name Phone Number
(406) 830-3900
(406) 541-8000
(406) 728-3100
(406) 317-7957
(406) 721-8550
(406) 549-0119
(406) 401-4400
(406) 285-1197

*There are additional temporary housing and hotel options in Missoula near the airport, the university, or in town. Please feel free to search online for more options if needed.