Oh, I get it. The Griz aren't better on the field because they're fretting about keeping up the University's sterling academic reputation. How pathetic. This crap about Montana being a cut above academically is just that. Crap. You want proof? Here's your freshman admissions requirements http://admissions.umt.edu/apply" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; . Just pick and choose 3 of your qualifications from a list of 17 possibilities. There must be something you're good at, right? Here's just one:
"completion of a Rigorous High School Core that includes four years of math with grades of C or higher." Oooh, a C average. That is rigorous.
Eastern on the other hand has two ways to get in. A 3.3 GPA with completion of courses in six areas, or a review process. That's it. http://www.ewu.edu/undergrad/freshman/requirements.xml" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;.
The differences really are shocking.