Dean's Welcome

May I personally extend a warm welcome to you from The University of Montana – Helena College of Technology, one of Montana’s premier centers of higher education since 1939. We are excited that you have expressed an interest in our College and that you are considering what the future might hold for you through the completion of one of our 34 degrees or certificates.

From my own personal experience I know that selecting a college and educational program can at times seem like an overwhelming venture. The staff and faculty at UM-Helena have developed a wide range of academic and student support services to help you succeed and would be happy to personally guide you through your educational endeavors. They can also help you identify potential scholarships, financial aid, and work study opportunities.

UM-Helena is a vibrant center of higher education committed to educational excellence and your personal success. Responding to the educational needs of our community, the College has recently completed a $10 million dollar facilities renovation and expansion project, providing additional opportunities for academic program development and diversification, the ability to expand our program scheduling, and the capacity to accommodate the needs of Montana’s growing workforce. As a comprehensive technical college, we are focused on achieving our mission to succeed in meeting the needs of our community through the creation of a responsible and accessible learning environment.

I believe you will find UM-Helena to be an exciting place to explore a variety of career opportunities, prepare to transfer to a four year college, develop a diverse range of technical skills, or simply take a class for personal enrichment. Our carefully designed degrees, certificates, and personal interest courses will prepare you for the challenging world in which we live and for any new horizons you may face in the future.

I am convinced The University of Montana – Helena College of Technology will prove to be an excellent choice for you. May I extend a personal invitation to explore the many academic programs, activities, and services that UM-Helena has to offer.