University of Montana Launches ‘Grizzly Promise’ to Make College More Affordable for Montana Students

The University of Montana launched the Grizzly Promise initiative this week to tear down financial barriers and make college more affordable for Montana students.

The Grizzly Promise initiative is funded through a combination of scholarships, grants, waivers and other financial aid packaged together specifically for Montana students who attend UM.

“With the cost of living quickly rising in our state, we are fully committed to taking aggressive action to ensure every Montana student can access the world-class education at UM,” said Mary Kreta, UM vice president for enrollment management and strategic initiatives. “The Grizzly Promise initiative is aimed specifically at ensuring not a single Montanan doesn’t choose to go to college because of financial reasons. We encourage every Montana student and family who meets our simple qualifications to apply for admission.”