How Montana State University Outshines The University Of Montana

Every Montanan knows the significance of the Cat/Griz rivalry.

It's been going on for well over a hundred years and if you live in Montana, you are either Team Cats or Team Griz.

For years, the Griz were the "Big Brother" so to speak, however, over the last few years things have changed. The Cats have become the dominant force in the state with more Brawl of the Wild victories as well as a National Championship.

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Of course, that's not where it ends. It seems that the rivalry goes deeper than just the schools, it's also a battle between the towns.

Not only are the Cats superior on the field, they're also superior in the class room. MSU has a higher enrollment, a higher graduation rate, and a higher overall GPA. Oh, and to add insult to injury, it seems that MSU and Bozeman just made another list which puts them ahead of the game.

Which is better, Bozeman or Missoula?

According to Ranker, who put out a list of the Top 50 Most Fun College Towns, Bozeman made the list and Missoula didn't. So, not only do you get a better education, you get to do it in a town that's more fun. I mean...that has to sting a little, right?

So, let's lay it all out there.

MSU offers a better education? Check. MSU has a higher graduation rate? Check. MSU is superior in sports? Check. Bozeman is more fun than Missoula? Check.

Now, don't get me wrong. Missoula has lots to offer. It's a beautiful town with lots to see and do. The Clark Fork runs through the town, they have lots of outdoor activities to offer, and the University does a decent job preparing it's students to one day say to a MSU grad,

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