For students in our Career Training courses and many workshops, RMSP offers a classroom unlike any other. Missoula and its surrounding communities are in the middle of some of the most scenic wilderness in the country. In summer, the warm days begin early, and the cool nights come to a close well after dusk, leaving more than enough time for shooting. And no matter what time of year you are here, you’ll find towering mountains, famous rivers, abundant wildlife, iconic Western architecture and more wilderness than you could cover in 10 Summer Intensive courses, all right outside your door. Missoula is perfectly suited for intense photographic study, a place where culture and the arts are alive and well. More than 70,000 residents enjoy a relaxed college vibe, great restaurants and a lively music scene. Special events like rodeos and powwows enrich your photo opportunities. You’ll also enjoy an exciting community of like-minded enthusiasts on First Friday gallery walks and the Saturday morning People’s Market. Even after a long stay, few students feel they have even scratched the surface of this fascinating community.