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What kinds of student support is offered?

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What kinds of student support is offered?

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Advising, career coaching, financial coaching, and counselors are among the personalized services provided by the Allen Yarnell Center for student success.

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What can I do while not in class with my free time?

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What can I do while not in class with my free time?

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The heart of Bozeman, Montana is within a five minute drive from campus, so you can really do anything. There are two major ski areas within an hour drive from campus, along with over 80 miles of biking and hiking trails. plenty of space for fishing or any out door activity you could imagine. There are also many indoor activities such as a pool, gym, and a student rec center.

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Starting Fall 2021, the Office of Health Professions Advising will have a new group of peer advisors and mentors ready to help students. This small group of students are here to help answer basic questions on MSU classes, majors, health profession school pre-reqs, ways to be a successful student, and resources for student support and success at MSU.

This group is available for drop-in advising each week in the HPA Peer Advising Center located in Leon Johnson Hall Rm 310. Stop by to say hello, make a friend, get a snack, or ask questions.

Abigail Ross

I enjoy the outdoors, specifically hiking in the Spanish Peaks and climbing at rock gyms (or outside if I can)! I am an avid reader, and mostly read nonfiction medical books. My favorite so far is "Anesthesia" by Kate Cole Adams.

I grew up playing softball and basketball, and in high school, I was diagnosed with bilateral labral tears in my hips. I needed surgery and a lot of PT in order to repair and heal, hopefully enough to get back to my sports. Through my five years of physical therapy (and still being a patient to this day), I got a lot of exposure to the PT world, and my personal physical therapist was one of the biggest inspirations in my life. I've decided on specializing in sports PT, since I love the world that is a mixture of athletic training, physical therapy, and a lot of enthusiasm from the sidelines.

Dory Schneider

I am currently in the process of applying for Physical Therapy School! I am a senior at MSU (GO CATS) and will be graduating in December 2021. My favorite classes have been Ex Phys and Biomechanics, the labs are a ton of fun but be prepared to work hard.

Growing up in Alaska I learned to love the outdoors and sports, which is why I chose MSU. I absolutely love Bozeman and all of the activities here. In my spare time I get outside as much as possible and ski, hike, camp, climb, or play soccer. I also coach soccer and volunteer with Eaglemount ski program in Bozeman. My favorite movies are the Harry Potter series and TV show is Friends. I love snack food especially chips and queso and pretzels.

Kiley Baillargeon

I grew up in Colchester, Vermont and attended college at the University of Vermont. I graduated in 2018 with a B.S. in Microbiology with minors in Pharmacology and Emergency Medical Services. A year ago, I moved out to Bozeman to attend MSU. I just graduated with a Master of Science in Health Science and plan to apply to medical school next cycle.

I've worked in emergency medicine for 7 years- starting as a volunteer EMT on the University of Vermont's collegiate rescue squad, working in the emergency department, and then as a full-time Advanced EMT after college. Working in EMS has established my passion for medicine as well as the desire to further my knowledge as a healthcare provider. I also work at the InHealth Life Sciences clinical laboratory here in Bozeman. Two of my favorite things to do in my free time are hiking and weightlifting!

I love connecting and sharing experiences with other students. I look forward to meeting and helping other pre-health students of MSU!

Holly Nowak

Hey, y'all! My name is Holly, and I'm from the tiny town of Joliet, Montana. I'm a senior pre-med student majoring in English Literature and minoring in Hispanic Studies. I chose my nontraditional major because I love to read and write, and I've enjoyed every minute of my studies! When I'm not doing schoolwork, I am either fishing, hiking, baking, playing with my dog, Kylo, or reading some more. I also work at the MSU Writing Center as a Peer Writing Tutor and at Bozeman Deaconess Hospital as a Nurse Aide. After graduating this coming spring, I plan on applying to medical school and eventually specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. I'm very excited to be an HPA Peer Advisor, and I look forward to chatting with you over some snacks!

Will Mangan

My name is William Mangan, and I am originally from Idaho Falls, Idaho with plans to one day be an anesthesiologist (though, I am keeping my options open). My major will be in Organismal Biology with minor in Hispanic Studies, and, currently, I'm in the process of applying to M.D. programs for the August 2022 cycle.

School has always been a huge part of my life and I enjoy studying with my classmates and working together to dissect any problem. However, despite spending a lot of time in class, I am utterly in love with the outdoors with many different hobbies taking up my free time, such as mountain biking, hiking, hunting, and fishing; just to name a few. I also frequent the gym every day, and recently I have started training Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

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Starting Fall 2021, the Office of Health Professions Advising will have a new group of peer advisors and mentors ready to help students. This small group of students are here to help answer basic questions on MSU classes, majors, health profession school pre-reqs, ways to be a successful student, and resources for student support and success at MSU.

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Test Optional

The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education has ended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its campuses. This change is effective immediately and for the foreseeable future. If you have ACT or SAT test scores, please submit them. These scores can be used in place of a supplemental assessment administered through MSU to determine math and English placement.

Thank you for your interest in applying to Montana State University! If you wish to apply now, please use the button below.

If you have already applied to MSU but still need to submit your application fee, you can pay your fee now below.
The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education have temporarily suspended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its four-year campuses. This change is effective April 16, 2020 through Sept. 1, 2021.

Application Process

Receipt of the following credentials in the Office of Admissions constitutes a complete application for admission. Requests to have final credentials sent to MSU must be initiated by the applicant. Requests should be made by contacting the high school, the Registrar's Office at the college/university, or agency. Credentials must be sent directly from the school/agency to the Office of Admissions. Credentials that have been opened, are emailed or are in an unsealed envelope are considered unofficial copies and will not be accepted as official documents.

Application materials and fees will be retained for one year from the original application term. To apply for a semester other than the one originally intended, notify the Office of Admissions as soon as possible.

Be sure to submit the following items (if applicable):

1. Admission Application: An application for admission may be submitted online or downloaded and printed; if completing the paper application, please return the completed and signed application form to the Office of Admissions. The application may also be obtained from a high school counselor or directly from the Office of Admissions.

2. Application Fee (non-refundable): $38 for the online application or $30 for the paper application. Checks should be made payable to Montana State University. The application fee will not be waived or refunded. The fee must be paid before the application for admission will be processed.

3. High School Transcript: After graduation, a complete and official transcript must be sent directly from the high school to the Office of Admissions. Courses completed, GPA (on a 4.0 scale), rank in class (if available), and official date of graduation must be indicated on the transcript.

4. Approved High School Equivalency Exam: If an approved high school equivalency exam was taken in lieu of high school graduation, an official score report/transcript must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the Department of Education from the state in which the exam was given.

5. ACT/SAT Scores*: Test scores are no longer required for admission or scholarship consideration at Montana State University. Please note that other academic information, including a self-reported cumulative GPA, is still required. Students can still submit ACT/SAT scores for math and writing placement purposes. MSU does not use the SAT Subject Tests (formally SAT II Subject Tests). Non-traditional applicants who graduated three or more years prior to the semester in which they intend to enroll are not required to submit ACT/SAT test results. Arrangements to take the ACT test on campus may be made by contacting MSU Testing Services at 406-994-6984.

ACT school code: 2420

SAT school code: 4488

*The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education has permanently ended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its four-year campuses.

College/University Transcripts: Applicants who have attended another college or university, whether credit was earned or not, must have an official transcript sent directly from each institution to the Office of Admissions after all final grades have been posted. If the college or university participates in secure electronic transmission of official transcripts, the transcripts should be sent to:[email protected] . For more information on how college/university courses will transfer to MSU, refer to the "Evaluation of Transfer Credit" section.

Advanced Placement (AP): Applicants who have completed an Advanced Placement Examination should request that the official scores be sent directly to the Office of Admissions. Scores of 3 or higher on most AP Exams will earn college credit with a Pass grade for the equivalent courses. For more information on how AP courses will transfer to MSU, refer to theAP Course Equivalencies website.

International Baccalaureate (IB): Applicants who have completed an International Baccalaureate Examination should request that the official scores be sent directly to the Office of Admissions. Scores of 4 or higher on IB Exams (primarily Higher Level) will be granted college credit with a Pass grade for equivalent courses. For more information on how IB courses will transfer to MSU, refer to the IB Course Equivalencies website.

Admissions Requirements
Please note: The requirements listed below apply to first-time freshman undergraduate students (resident and non-resident). If you are a transfer or non-traditional student, please reference our transfer student requirements section.

Graduation from a high school accredited by the state accrediting agency, or a passing score on an approved high school equivalency exam such as HiSET or GED. Students who complete their secondary education through home schooling or at unaccredited secondary schools may be admitted as long as they have satisfactorily performed on the ACT or SAT test.

MSU Academic Requirements:

A 2.5 cumulative high school grade-point average (on a 4.0 scale), OR

ACT Composite score of 22, OR

SAT Combined Critical Reading/Mathematics/Writing score of 1540, (prior to March 2016), OR

SAT Total Score of 1120 (after March 2016), OR

Rank in the upper half of the graduating class

Successful completion of a College Preparatory Curriculum. Non-resident applicants who have not completed the college preparatory requirements stated below may satisfy the requirements by providing evidence that they have completed a similar college preparatory program required by their home state.

Four years of English: courses should emphasize the development of written and oral communication skills and literature.

Three years of Mathematics: courses should include algebra I, geometry, and algebra II (or the sequential content equivalent of these courses). Students are encouraged to take a math course in their senior year.

Three years of Social Studies: courses should include one year of global studies (such as world history or world geography), American history, government, economics, Indian history, psychology, sociology, or other third-year courses.

Two years of Laboratory Science: one year should be earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics, and the other year can be one of the above sciences or another approved college preparatory science.

Two years of elective courses: foreign language (preferably two years), computer science, visual and performing arts, or approved vocational education units.

The following categories of students are exempt from the admissions requirements above:

Non-Traditional age students (out of high school more than 3 years from graduation date or expected graduation date)

Non-Degree undergraduate students

In order to begin a University Academic Plan at Montana State University, students must demonstrate readiness in areas of mathematics and writing. Typically, students demonstrate their readiness through scores earned on standardized examinations:

Math: ACT Math of 22+ or SAT Math of 520+ (prior to March 2016) or SAT Math Test of 27.5+ (after March 2016).

Writing: ACT English/Writing or ELA of 18+ or a minimum score of 7 on the Writing Subscore (prior to September 2015) or 19+ on the Writing Subject Score (effective September 2015). SAT Writing of 440+ or 7 on the Essay Subscore (prior to March 2016) or SAT Writing/Language Test of 25+ (after March 2016).

If a student does not demonstrate full readiness prior to his/her New Student Orientation, academic advisors will help the student register during orientation for the appropriate courses needed to move forward in his/her degree path.

Want more information about MSU? We're here to help.

If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! You can email our staff at [email protected] , or call us Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm MT at 1-888-MSU-CATS.

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Admission Requirements for Freshman Students

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The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education has ended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its campuses. This change is effective immediately and for the foreseeable future. If you have ACT or SAT test scores, please submit them.

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What is the acceptance rate at Montana State?

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What is the acceptance rate at Montana State?

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The acceptance rate for the fall of 2019 was 82%.

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How Does Montana State University Rank Among America’s Best Colleges?

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See how Montana State University ranks among America’s best colleges.

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What scholarships are offered to incoming freshman?

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There are three main scholarships that are offered to incoming freshman. They include The achievement awards, Blue & gold awards, and Western Undergraduate exchange.

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*Important Notice* The following information details scholarships for the 2021-2022 academic year. Keep an eye out for updated information for the 2022-2023 academic year as it becomes available this fall.

Fall 2021

Each year, Montana State University offers millions of dollars in merit scholarships and awards to non-resident freshmen who apply for admission. Learn more about various programs and opportunities for students below.

Test Optional
Test scores are no longer required for admission or scholarship consideration at Montana State University for the foreseeable future. Please note that other academic information, including a self-reported cumulative GPA, is still required. Students can still submit ACT/SAT scores for math and writing placement purposes. WUE is not stackable with Achievement Awards. Students will receive the award of greatest value, which is WUE. Please note,only recipients of awards will be notified. WUE recipients will automatically have their Achievement Award replaced.
Achievement Awards

Achievement Awards are automatic, merit-based scholarships based upon GPA. Award amounts will vary up to $40,000 (up to $10,000 per year renewable). These awards will be applied toward tuition only. All non-resident freshmen who submit an application for admission complete with self-reported high school GPA are automatically considered.

How to Apply:

1. Apply for Admission

You can apply online. Be sure to include your self-reported GPA on the High School Self Report Form.

Awards will be based on self-reported GPA (weighted or unweighted). Initial award packages will be sent to qualifying students starting in mid-November.

Apply early! These scholarships and awards may only be available for a limited time. It is essential to apply for admission as soon as possible. If you qualify, these scholarships will be automatically awarded when we have received your complete application (be sure to complete the section with self reported GPA). Scholarship recipients will be notified by mail.

Blue & Gold Awards

MSU is excited to announce our new Blue & Gold Scholarship Application for fall 2021 students. This application will give students an opportunity to apply for additional scholarship funding in addition to their Achievement Award. The deadline to apply for this opportunity is April 30, 2021.
Please note: the Blue & Gold Scholarship Application includes consideration for the WUE scholarship if you are from a qualifying state.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Awards

MSU will be offering a limited number of Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) scholarships to new freshmen enrolling in the fall of 2021. Students from eligible WUE states* that submit the Blue & Gold Scholarship Application by January 1st, 2021 will automatically be considered for WUE.

The final value for WUE at this time has not been finalized. WUE will equal 1.5 times the in-state tuition rate ( see 2020-2021 rates for reference) which will not be determined until May at the Montana Board of Regents meeting. All recipients will be notified as soon as that value is out via email and updated on this site. WUE will be a greater value than any Achievement Award previously offered.

The Blue & Gold Scholarship application will be available online November 16th and the priority deadline for WUE scholarship consideration is January 1st, 2021**.

WUE is not stackable with Achievement Awards and we will award you the scholarship of greater value. Please note, only recipients of awards will be notified.

*WUE States include: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY and CNMI.
**Due to the high volume of WUE applications received by the January 1st priority deadline and high-value of the Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) Scholarship, all WUE offers have been made for the Fall 2021 semester at this point. To date, MSU has received over 21,000 applications from non-resident students and has limited spots available for WUE students. The WUE Scholarship is MSU's second highest-value scholarship, therefore making this year's applicant pool the most competitive that MSU has seen. To help consider students for additional scholarship funding, all incoming first-year students are encouraged to complete theBlue & Gold Scholarship Application to be eligible for additional funding that would be added to their existing Achievement Award.
Please note: the Blue & Gold Scholarship Application includes consideration for the WUE scholarship if you are from a qualifying state.
If you are awarded a renewable Achievement or WUE Award you must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or greater, enroll for a minimum of 15 credits a semester, and maintain non-resident status and continuous enrollment to retain the award throughout your four years at MSU. MSU freshman scholarships and awards are available to those seeking undergraduate bachelor degree programs only.

Cost of Attendance

Check out Montana State University's estimated cost of attendance. including tuition, fees, housing, and more.

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Each year, Montana State University offers millions of dollars in merit scholarships and awards to non-resident freshmen who apply for admission. Learn more about various programs and opportunities for students below. Test scores are no longer required for admission or scholarship consideration at Montana State University for the foreseeable future.

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How many students attend Montana State each year?

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How many students attend Montana State each year?

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This last year Montana State had 16,249 total student enrolled.

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Montana State University | Top Tier Research University | Montana State University

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Montana State is Montana's largest university. A premier and top tier research university, MSU educates more Montanans than any institution in the state.

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Is the SAT and ACT required to be accepted?

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Test Optional

The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education has ended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its campuses. This change is effective immediately and for the foreseeable future. If you have ACT or SAT test scores, please submit them. These scores can be used in place of a supplemental assessment administered through MSU to determine math and English placement.

Thank you for your interest in applying to Montana State University! If you wish to apply now, please use the button below.

If you have already applied to MSU but still need to submit your application fee, you can pay your fee now below.
The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education have temporarily suspended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its four-year campuses. This change is effective April 16, 2020 through Sept. 1, 2021.

Application Process

Receipt of the following credentials in the Office of Admissions constitutes a complete application for admission. Requests to have final credentials sent to MSU must be initiated by the applicant. Requests should be made by contacting the high school, the Registrar's Office at the college/university, or agency. Credentials must be sent directly from the school/agency to the Office of Admissions. Credentials that have been opened, are emailed or are in an unsealed envelope are considered unofficial copies and will not be accepted as official documents.

Application materials and fees will be retained for one year from the original application term. To apply for a semester other than the one originally intended, notify the Office of Admissions as soon as possible.

Be sure to submit the following items (if applicable):

1. Admission Application: An application for admission may be submitted online or downloaded and printed; if completing the paper application, please return the completed and signed application form to the Office of Admissions. The application may also be obtained from a high school counselor or directly from the Office of Admissions.

2. Application Fee (non-refundable): $38 for the online application or $30 for the paper application. Checks should be made payable to Montana State University. The application fee will not be waived or refunded. The fee must be paid before the application for admission will be processed.

3. High School Transcript: After graduation, a complete and official transcript must be sent directly from the high school to the Office of Admissions. Courses completed, GPA (on a 4.0 scale), rank in class (if available), and official date of graduation must be indicated on the transcript.

4. Approved High School Equivalency Exam: If an approved high school equivalency exam was taken in lieu of high school graduation, an official score report/transcript must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the Department of Education from the state in which the exam was given.

5. ACT/SAT Scores*: Test scores are no longer required for admission or scholarship consideration at Montana State University. Please note that other academic information, including a self-reported cumulative GPA, is still required. Students can still submit ACT/SAT scores for math and writing placement purposes. MSU does not use the SAT Subject Tests (formally SAT II Subject Tests). Non-traditional applicants who graduated three or more years prior to the semester in which they intend to enroll are not required to submit ACT/SAT test results. Arrangements to take the ACT test on campus may be made by contacting MSU Testing Services at 406-994-6984.

ACT school code: 2420

SAT school code: 4488

*The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education has permanently ended the requirement that students provide ACT or SAT test scores for admission to its four-year campuses.

College/University Transcripts: Applicants who have attended another college or university, whether credit was earned or not, must have an official transcript sent directly from each institution to the Office of Admissions after all final grades have been posted. If the college or university participates in secure electronic transmission of official transcripts, the transcripts should be sent to:[email protected] . For more information on how college/university courses will transfer to MSU, refer to the "Evaluation of Transfer Credit" section.

Advanced Placement (AP): Applicants who have completed an Advanced Placement Examination should request that the official scores be sent directly to the Office of Admissions. Scores of 3 or higher on most AP Exams will earn college credit with a Pass grade for the equivalent courses. For more information on how AP courses will transfer to MSU, refer to theAP Course Equivalencies website.

International Baccalaureate (IB): Applicants who have completed an International Baccalaureate Examination should request that the official scores be sent directly to the Office of Admissions. Scores of 4 or higher on IB Exams (primarily Higher Level) will be granted college credit with a Pass grade for equivalent courses. For more information on how IB courses will transfer to MSU, refer to the IB Course Equivalencies website.

Admissions Requirements
Please note: The requirements listed below apply to first-time freshman undergraduate students (resident and non-resident). If you are a transfer or non-traditional student, please reference our transfer student requirements section.

Graduation from a high school accredited by the state accrediting agency, or a passing score on an approved high school equivalency exam such as HiSET or GED. Students who complete their secondary education through home schooling or at unaccredited secondary schools may be admitted as long as they have satisfactorily performed on the ACT or SAT test.

MSU Academic Requirements:

A 2.5 cumulative high school grade-point average (on a 4.0 scale), OR

ACT Composite score of 22, OR

SAT Combined Critical Reading/Mathematics/Writing score of 1540, (prior to March 2016), OR

SAT Total Score of 1120 (after March 2016), OR

Rank in the upper half of the graduating class

Successful completion of a College Preparatory Curriculum. Non-resident applicants who have not completed the college preparatory requirements stated below may satisfy the requirements by providing evidence that they have completed a similar college preparatory program required by their home state.

Four years of English: courses should emphasize the development of written and oral communication skills and literature.

Three years of Mathematics: courses should include algebra I, geometry, and algebra II (or the sequential content equivalent of these courses). Students are encouraged to take a math course in their senior year.

Three years of Social Studies: courses should include one year of global studies (such as world history or world geography), American history, government, economics, Indian history, psychology, sociology, or other third-year courses.

Two years of Laboratory Science: one year should be earth science, biology, chemistry, or physics, and the other year can be one of the above sciences or another approved college preparatory science.

Two years of elective courses: foreign language (preferably two years), computer science, visual and performing arts, or approved vocational education units.

The following categories of students are exempt from the admissions requirements above:

Non-Traditional age students (out of high school more than 3 years from graduation date or expected graduation date)

Non-Degree undergraduate students

In order to begin a University Academic Plan at Montana State University, students must demonstrate readiness in areas of mathematics and writing. Typically, students demonstrate their readiness through scores earned on standardized examinations:

Math: ACT Math of 22+ or SAT Math of 520+ (prior to March 2016) or SAT Math Test of 27.5+ (after March 2016).

Writing: ACT English/Writing or ELA of 18+ or a minimum score of 7 on the Writing Subscore (prior to September 2015) or 19+ on the Writing Subject Score (effective September 2015). SAT Writing of 440+ or 7 on the Essay Subscore (prior to March 2016) or SAT Writing/Language Test of 25+ (after March 2016).

If a student does not demonstrate full readiness prior to his/her New Student Orientation, academic advisors will help the student register during orientation for the appropriate courses needed to move forward in his/her degree path.

Want more information about MSU? We're here to help.

If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! You can email our staff at [email protected] , or call us Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm MT at 1-888-MSU-CATS.

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Admission Requirements for Freshman Students

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What academic programs does Montana State offer?

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Montana State offers baccalaureate degrees in 60 fields with many different options, graduate certificates in 12 fields, master's degrees in 68 fields, and doctoral degrees in 35  fields. The school also offers a specialist degree in Education.

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Please visit Admissions for undergraduate admission information and the Graduate School for admission for graduates.
View previous years of Quick Facts.
On July 1, 1994, the Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education restructured the state's colleges and universities into two umbrella universities, Montana State University and the University of Montana. Bozeman is the home campus for Montana State University, with the following affiliates:

Additional data for schools in the Montana University System are available through the MUS website. Please keep in mind that data may vary from that of our individual websites' reports; depending on when they were generated and what criteria were required, there can be slight differences. MSU's websites generally report data from a snapshot taken each Fall semester on the 15th class day for our reporting throughout the year.

MSU offers baccalaureate degrees in 60 fields with many different options, graduate certificates in 12 fields, master's degrees in 68 fields, and doctoral degrees in 35 fields. MSU also offers a specialist degree in Education. The College of Nursing also offers a Certificate in Nursing Education option. For more information on specific programs, see:

MSU now offers associate degrees and other programs through the new Gallatin College.

Also, please visit our Academic Technology & Outreach website for online degree and certificate programs.

MSU has been accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU) since 1932. Eligible professional academic and service programs within the University are accredited by the following agencies:

Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (for Student Health Service)

Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET)

Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND)

American Psychological Association (for PhD level Internships in Counseling and Psychological Services) (APA)

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)

Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)

National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)

National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD)

National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

National Collegiate Athletic Association (for Intercollegiate Athletics) (NCAA)

Northwest Association of Secondary and Higher Schools

Society for Range Management (SRM)

Headcount enrollment in fall of 2020 was 16,249 students.

Summer school of 2020 was attended by 4,109 students.

The fall semester of 2020 had a total enrollment of 16,249 students. Of these, 12,577 (77%) attended full time and 3,672 (23%) attended part time.
Historical enrollments 1893-present are also available.
The student body attending fall semester of 2020 had the following characteristics:

Students attending MSU in fall of 2020 originally came from all 56 counties in Montana, 50 U.S. states, and 69 foreign countries.

Past distributions of the student population by ethnicity are also available under Trend Data.

The entering freshman class of fall 2020 had 3259 students. The average age of traditional freshmen was 18.3 years, and the average age of nontraditional freshmen was 25.7 years.

The following averages were achieved by the full-time, bachelor-degree-seeking, entering freshmen that submitted scores. Historical averages are also available.

Forty two percent (1376) of the entering freshmen were Montana residents. Of the remaining, 57 percent were from other states (1859) and one percent were from foreign countries (24). Freshmen declared majors in the following colleges:

Retention and graduation rates for recent entering freshmen classes are also available.

Financial Aid Services and the Controller's Office estimate the following expenses for a full-time undergraduate student attending school during fall and spring semesters:

NOTE: All students will also be charged a supplemental health insurance fee every semester. A student who already has adequate insurance and provides proof of coverage may request a refund.

For more information, please consult the detailed fee schedules:

Historical charges for tuition and fees, insurance, and room and board are also available.

Please visit Financial Aid Services online for more information about aid available through MSU.

In 2019-20, the University awarded 3,472 degrees and certificates:

Certificate of Applied Science: 56

Certificate Graduate: 101

Certificate Undgraduate: 10

Associate degrees: 69

Associate of Applied Science: 51

Bachelor's degrees: 2,683

Master's degrees: 412

Specialist degrees: 2

Professional degree: 18

Doctoral degrees: 70

MSU has granted 130,241 certificates and degrees in its 127 year history (1893-2020). MSU has awarded 527 non-degree certificates, 530 Certificates of Applied Science, 106 Professional degrees, 340 Associates of Applied Science, 300 Associate's, 107,497 Bachelor's, 18,454 Master's, 24 Specialist degrees, and 2,463 Doctorates.

Each year the Career Services Office at Montana State University conducts a survey to determine placement rates and salary survey information for new MSU graduates. Results from the 2019 Graduating Class Career Destinations survey are now available.

Historical information on degrees awarded by year is also available.

MSU is a member of the NCAA Division I Big Sky Conference.

Men compete in football (I-AA), basketball, indoor and outdoor track, alpine and nordic skiing, cross country, and tennis.

Women compete in basketball, volleyball, indoor and outdoor track, cross country, tennis, alpine and nordic skiing, and golf.

Rodeo competition for men and women is conducted through the Big Sky Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association.

The school colors are blue and gold, and teams are nicknamed "The Bobcats."

For more information about Bobcat Athletics, contact
Leon Costello
Director, Department of Athletics
Kerry Hanson
Vice President of Alumni Relations
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717 Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717
or visit Bobcat Athletics online.

MSU has granted 130,241 certificates and degrees in its 127 year history (1893-2020). MSU has awarded 527 non-degree certificates, 530 Certificates of Applied Science, 106 Professional degrees, 340 Associates of Applied Science, 300 Associate's, 107,497 Bachelor's, 18,454 Master's, 24 Specialist degrees, and 2,463 Doctorates.

For more information about the Alumni Association, contact

or visit the Alumni Association online.

As a land-grant university, MSU has a long tradition of supporting basic and applied research and creative activity. The university's overall research enterprise did $148 million in work for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2020. That includes $138.6 million in competitively won federal, state, and private funds, as well as $2.7 million in gift and state appropriated funds for research.

MSU currently (2019-20) holds 63 patents for innovations and processes developed through faculty research, with 66 additional patents pending, and has 298 license and option agreements, 83 of which are with Montana companies. Visit Research and Economic Development online for more information about MSU's research programs.

The Montana Agricultural Experiment Station was established at MSU by acts of the Legislature of Montana in 1893 under authorization provided by the Hatch Act of 1887. The research program encompasses several academic departments, service divisions, and laboratories located at MSU and the following seven research centers located around the state:

In addition, the Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Station at Miles City is a cooperative program with the US Department of Agriculture.

Visit the Montana Agricultural Experiment Station online for more information.

The Extension Service was created by the federal Smith-Lever Act of 1914. Programs of the Extension Service are funded cooperatively through a legal partnership among federal, state, and county governments. Extension offices are located in 53 counties and seven tribal reservations, serving 56 counties. Programs address societal needs in the general areas of agriculture, family living, community and economic development, and youth development. Visit the MSU Extension Service online for more information.

MSU's legislative appropriation for 2019-2020 was collected and spent as follows ("Unrestricted Operating Account", Reports Bud300):

Please see our online directories for phone numbers and e-mail addresses for individual faculty, staff, and students.

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Please visit Admissions for undergraduate admission information and the Graduate School for admission for graduates. View previous years of Quick Facts. On July 1, 1994, the Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education restructured the state's colleges and universities into two umbrella universities, Montana State University and the University of Montana.

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The Montana University System and the Board of Regents of Higher Education approves all student fee charges. Fees are subject to change at any time.

Students are personally responsible for meeting their financial obligations at the times stated in the term calendar. A student's registration is not complete until all fees are paid.

All students are urged to safeguard their personal funds by establishing checking accounts. It is most helpful for a student to be able to write checks for exact amounts for fees, room and board, and other necessary expenses. A local bank account is also good identification while on campus.

Student charges and refunds are posted under the student's name, not the parent's. Therefore, all fee statements and bill notifications are emailed to the student, not the parents. Student refunds are Direct Deposited or mailed to the student if the student has not signed up for Direct Deposit. (Exception: Refund checks generated as a result of a Parent PLUS loan are mailed to the parents unless the Financial Aid Office has written authorization to disburse the funds to the student.)

A check presented to MSU which is subsequently returned by the bank for insufficient funds or other reasons may cause the cancellation of a student's registration, reporting to federal agencies, and/or a request to terminate room and board. A returned check service charge of $25 is assessed for all returned checks.

2021/2022 Montana State University Undergraduate Cost of Attendance

The expenses shown below reflect estimated costs for a student carrying a full-time load (12 or more credits) for the fall and spring semesters, 2022/2022. These expenses include fees and other charges. Actual fees may vary based on specific program or course fees or the number of credits carried each semester. These figures are subject to change at any time and should be regarded as estimates only.

Undergraduate Resident Students

Undergraduate Non-Resident Students

2021/2022 Gallatin College Undergraduate Cost of Attendance

The expenses shown below reflect an estimated costs for a student carrying a full-time load (12 or more credits) for fall and spring semesters, 2021/2022. These expenses include fees and other charges. Actual fees may vary based on specific program fees or the number of credits carried each semester. These figures are subject to change at any time and should be regarded as estimates only.

Undergraduate Resident Students: Gallatin College

Undergraduate Non-Resident Students: Gallatin College

2021/2022 Montana State University Graduate Cost of Attendance

The expenses shown below reflect estimated average costs for a graduate student enrolled in 7 or more credits for both fall and spring semesters, 2021-2022. These expenses include fees and other charges. Actual fees may vary based on specific program or course fees or the number of credits carried each semester. These figures are subject to change at any time and should be regarded as estimates only.

Graduate Resident Students

Graduate Non-Resident Students

Exemptions from Payment of Tuition and Certain Fees

Tuition: Certain eligible undergraduate students may receive scholarships or waivers of tuition. Examples are MUS honors and American Indian Scholarships.

Permanent staff employed at least three-quarter time are exempt from tuition for six credits only.

Dependents of employees with five or more years of service employed at least three-quarter time are exempt from 50% of their tuition when seeking a first undergraduate degree.

Student Activity and Health Service Fees: Students who are required by the university to complete their entire semester's work off-campus and more than fifty miles from Bozeman are exempt from Student Activity and Health Service Fees as are professional staff and non-professional staff employed at least three-quarter time.

In Absentia: Students registered in absentia pay only the registration fee.

Other Charges

The following fees are in addition to those listed in the fee schedule. Fees are subject to change at any time. Non-matriculated students pay the same fees as regularly enrolled students. See also Course Fees.

Residence Hall Social Fee, per semester, to defray costs of activities and projects

$15.00

Late Payment assessed the first day after regular payment

$40.00

Additional late fee after 15th day of class

$40.00

Nursing Students

Exams given by special request

$2.50 to $55.00

(May include Graduate Record, College Entrance and Placement, GED, Miller Analogy, Doppelt, and Minnesota Engineering exams.)

Course Materials Fee

Consult the department

(For materials furnished in some courses offered by Departments of Animal and Range Science, Health and Human Development, Medical Science, Earth Sciences, Nursing, Physics, Education, Biology, Architecture, Microbiology, and Music.)

Field Trip Fee

Consult the department

Program Fees

Consult the department or college

(Architecture, Art, College of Business, Engineering, MTA, Nursing, Math, Film, Music Technology, Veterinary Medicine)

Returned Check Service Charge

$25.00

Vehicle Registration for Students and Staff Varies per lot; minimum annual fee

$235.00

Transcript Fee, charge per copy

$10.00

Intensive English Language Fee (per credit)

$287.10

Foreign Student Administrative Fee, per semester (including summer)

$150.00

New Student Orientation Fee

Graduate Student Training/Development Fee

$50.00

In Absentia Registration Fee

$30.00

Challenge Fee (per credit)

$30.00

Distributed Learning Fee (per credit)

$45.00

Residence Hall Prepayment

$300.00

Student Teaching Fees

Consult the department

Living Learning Community Fee, per semester for students who live on an LLC floor in the Residence Halls

$50.00

Graduate Student Audit Fee

$20.00

Graduate Program of Study Filing Fee

$50.00

Application Fee

A $38 application fee must accompany all Undergraduate applications for admission. The Graduate Application fee is 60$. These fees are not refundable nor is it applied toward the payment of any other fee. The application fee is honored for one year from the semester for which the student is applying.

Additional Fees Paid by Out-of-State Students

Resident or non-resident status for fee purposes is determined by Montana statutes and regulations of the Board of Regents. A copy of these regulations may be obtained by visiting or writing the Office of Admissions.

Students of legal age and minors whose parents have not established residence for fee purposes are required to pay the non-resident fees. See Residency Requirements for Fee Purposes.

Non-matriculated Fees

An adult not regularly enrolled at Montana State University may, with permission of the instructor, register for a non-laboratory class upon the payment of the same fees as students enrolled for credit. The person so registering may not participate in class discussion or take examinations. Applications for non-matriculated enrollment should be made through the Registrar, who will provide a form for approval by the instructor.

Auditor's Fee

Regularly enrolled students who register for courses without credit pay the same fees as students enrolled for credit.

Testing Fees

The Montana State University Testing Service administers certain testing and examination programs for which fees are charged. The fees are established by testing agencies (companies) other than MSU.

Nursing Students

Fee is used to offset the costs of nursing education such as equipment for learning resource centers (Simulation mannequins), clinical simulations, disposable equipment, faculty travel to distance sites for clinical supervision, and partial technical support for distant class deliver.

Costs for board, room and transportation will vary in relation to the facilities available in the community where assigned for upper division. If a student does not have a car, she/he must make arrangements for transportation.

Health Insurance

Students carrying six or more credits are automatically enrolled in the student insurance plan each semester. Students carrying fewer than six credits must contact the Student Insurance Office if they desire coverage. Students wishing to apply for exemption from the insurance plan must do so online.

Complete information on student insurance may be obtained from the Student Insurance Office in the Swingle Student Health Center.

Special Fees and Charges for Foreign Students

An additional administrative fee will be charged to all foreign students who come to the University.

Veterans Benefits

Benefits and Transaction Act of 2018

Montana State University does not impose any penalty, including assessment of late fees, deny access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities, or require a Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 recipient to borrow additional funds to cover the individual's inability to meet his/her financial obligations to Montana State University due to the delayed disbursement of payment by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This applies only if the payments are not received within 90 days of the beginning of the term.

Students are required to provide documentation to ensure they are entitled to GI Bill benefits no later than the first day of the educational program in which they are enrolling.

The restriction on penalties would not apply in cases where the student owes an additional payment to Montana State University beyond the amount of the tuition and fee payment from VA to Montana State University.

VA Benefits & Transition ACT of 2018 Compliance Montana State University abides by Section 103 of the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018. Our educational policy ensures that no penalty will be imposed including;

1. The assessment of late fees.

2. The denial of access to classes.

3. Libraries or other institutional facilities.

4. The requirements that a Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 recipient borrow additional funds to cover the individual's inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to a delayed disbursement of payment by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Pending VA Payment
Allowing Veterans to Attend or Participate in Courses Pending VA Payment Background
Section 103 of Public Law (PL) 115-407, 'Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018,' amends Title 38 US Code 3679 by adding a new subsection (e) that requires disapproval of courses of education, beginning August 1, 2019, at any educational institution that does not have a policy in place that will allow an individual to attend or participate in a course of education, pending VA payment, providing the individual submits a certificate of eligibility for entitlement to educational assistance under Chapter 31 or 33.
Pending Payment Compliance
In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679(e), Montana State University adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post-9/11 G.I. Bill ® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from VA. Montana State University will not:

Prevent the student's enrollment;

Assess a late penalty fee to the student;

Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;

Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.

However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:

Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of class;

Provide a written request to be certified;

Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies

Honorably Discharged Veteran Tuition Waiver

A veteran who meets all of the following conditions is eligible for a waiver of tuition:

1. "Honorable" discharge ("General Under Honorable Conditions" will not be accepted) from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces for service on active duty for other than training purposes.

2. Bona fide resident of Montana for tuition and fee purposes.

3. At some time eligible for VA education benefits but benefits were exhausted or have expired (VEAP eligible veterans who withdrew a portion of their VEAP contribution before benefits expired are not eligible for the tuition waiver).

4. Qualifies under one of the following:

1. Served any time prior to May 8, 1975. Waiver available to all otherwise qualified undergraduate and graduate students; or

2. Working on initial undergraduate degree and has been awarded an Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal; or

3. Working on initial undergraduate degree and received the Southwest Asia Service Medal for service in the Persian Gulf between August 2, 1990 and April 11, 1991; or

4. Working on initial undergraduate degree and has been awarded the Kosovo Campaign Medal; or served in a combat theater in Afghanistan or Iraq after September 11, 2001, and received either the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, or the Iraq Campaign Medal.

Qualified recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress.

Application for this waiver must be made through the MSU Office of Veterans' Services, Montana State University, P.O. Box 173960, Bozeman, MT 59717-3960 at least two weeks before fee payment for the semester in which the recipient expects to qualify. Phone 406-994-3661 for additional information.

State Benefits

The tuition is waived at any of the units of the Montana University System for children of members of the United States armed forces who served on active duty during World War II, the Korean, Vietnam, Iraq or Afghanistan conflicts and who, at the time of entry into service, had legal residence in Montana and who were killed in action or who died as a result of injury, disease, or other disability incurred while in the service. Children who desire to study under the "War Orphans" educational law must enter any of the Montana University System institutions before the age of twenty-five to be eligible for a waiver of tuition. Application for the waiver of tuition must be made, well in advance of the date of anticipated enrollment, to the Commissioner of Higher Education (2500 Broadway, Helena, Montana 59620-3101), who will determine eligibility and notify the student and the Office of Financial Aid Services of the institution.

American Indian Tuition Waiver

Montana Residents of one-fourth American Indian blood or more, or enrolled members of a state or federally recognized Indian Tribe which is located within the boundaries of the State of Montana, are eligible for a tuition waiver upon demonstration of financial need. Contact Financial Aid Services for more information.

Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver

In state tuition may be waived for Montana citizens who are (65) sixty-five years of age or older. The application for Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver may be found at www.montana.edu/wwwfa/forms.html or at Financial Aid Services located in Room 183 Strand Union Building (SUB). Submit the completed application and supporting documentation to Financial Aid Services for processing. A completed application is required for each semester of attendance.

Faculty and Staff Tuition Waiver

Permanent staff employed at least three-quarter time for the entire term are eligible for a waiver of resident tuition for up to six credits. The Faculty & Staff Tuition Waiver Request form may be downloaded at www.montana.edu/wwwfa/forms.html These forms are also available at Financial Aid Services. Once this form is completed and signed by the required parties, it can be submitted to Financial Aid Services for processing. A completed application is required for each semester of attendance and due by the 15th class day. This waiver does not apply to self-supporting courses offered by Extended University.

Dependent Partial Tuition Waiver

Dependents of employees with five or more years of service employed at least three-quarter time are exempt from 50% of their resident tuition. The tuition waiver does not apply to non-credit, continuing education or other self-supporting courses. Dependents may utilize the tuition waiver to take courses in any two-year or certificate program, and to obtain a first baccalaureate degree at any unit of the Montana University System. Employees who utilize the faculty and staff tuition waiver are not eligible for a dependent tuition waiver during the same academic term. Only one dependent may utilize the dependent tuition waiver in an academic term. Electronic application instructions can be found at http://www.montana.edu/wwwfa/dptw.html.

Drop/Add

Students dropping courses during the first fifteen class days are currently given a full refund for those courses. Fees for courses dropped after the fifteenth class day will not be refunded. The drop refund policy is subject to change. For summer term, please see the refund schedule located here.

The health, dental, and athletic activity fees will not be refunded to students dropping to a credit load of less than seven credits if services have been provided.

University Withdrawal

Fees except those listed below will be refunded based upon a predetermined refund schedule unless otherwise required by the Higher Education Act of 1965 as amended. The refund schedule for the full part of term is listed below. The detailed refund schedule which delineates the multiple parts of term (for students registered in courses within a specific part of term other than the full term can be found through the link below. The Office of Student Success records will establish the date used for refunding. Refunds will not be granted for withdrawals after the completion of the term.

Non-refundable fees are: registration fee, ID fee, orientation fee, late fee, tuition payment plan fees, social fees, foreign student fee, dorm deposit, new student fee, and transfer student fee.

If health and/or dental services have been provided, NO refunds of those fees will be given.

If health and/or dental services have NOT been provided, the refund amount will be based upon the following schedule:

A detailed refund schedule including the details for alternative parts of term can be found at http://www.montana.edu/registrar/semesterwithdrawalrefundschedule.html

Office of Financial Aid Services

The Office of Financial Aid Services at Montana State University administers federal, state, and institutional aid programs designed to help eligible students pay for their educational expenses. Amounts of awards vary and depend upon the student 's financial need as well as the amount of funds available for distribution.

To apply for financial aid, students and parents of dependent students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. The FAFSA can be filed electronically at www.fafsa.gov.

To be eligible for financial aid, an individual must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States and have applied for admission to the University as a degree-seeking student. Priority consideration is given to students who file the FAFSA by MSU's financial aid priority filing date, which is December 1 of the preceding year (e.g., Dec 1, 2017 for the academic year beginning in Fall Semester 2018).

Students applying for financial assistance are considered for all aid programs for which they are eligible. Assistance is offered in the form of grants, scholarships, tuition waivers, student and parent loans, and work opportunities.

Publications describing the different programs, eligibility criteria, satisfactory progress, and application procedures are available via the Internet at www.montana.edu/wwwfa/, or at the Office of Financial Aid Services, 183 Strand Union, P.O. Box 174160, Bozeman, MT 59717-4160. Our telephone number is: (406) 994-2845.

Both undergraduate and graduate students may apply for aid. Assistance to graduate students is generally limited to long-term loans and work opportunities. Information on graduate fellowships, scholarships, and assistantships may be obtained from The Graduate School.

Although student expenses will vary according to differences in courses of study, residency status, housing arrangements, transportation costs, and other factors, the table of estimated expenses may be used to determine the projected cost of education for a school year (two semesters). In estimating costs, between-semester expenses should not be overlooked.

Please remember that policies and procedures governing financial assistance at MSU are subject to change at any time, without prior notification or publication, due to changes in university, state, and/or federal guidelines and regulations.

The Office of Financial Aid Services is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM or as otherwise posted. The office is located in Room 183 in the Strand Union Building which is equipped with an elevator for disabled students.

Registration Fee is a flat non-refundable processing fee of $30.00 charged to each student.

The Tuition and Fees on the student bill is the total of the tuition fee, registration fee, building fees, information technology fee, computer fee, student equipment fee, health and dental fees, ASMSU fees, athletic fee, and SFEP fee. The Tuition and Fees for more than 12 (twelve) credits is the same as for 12 (twelve) credits.

Tuition is a mandatory per credit hour fee based on the number of credits selected and the status of the student (resident, non-resident, Western Undergraduate Exchange Program, or graduate). On the fee chart, the Non-Resident Tuition Fee consists of the Resident Fee (paid by resident students) plus the Non-Resident Fee, which is the portion of the Tuition Fee covered on behalf of resident students by Montana state taxes.

Building Fees are mandatory per credit hour fees and are used to repay bonds that financed the construction and/or remodeling of university buildings. Students have also voted to continue paying some building fees for major maintenance needs after the bonds have been repaid. The Building Fees for state resident students include: Student Building Fee; Academic Building Fee; PE Complex; Health Operations; Strand Union Operations; and PE Building Fee. The Building Fees for non-resident students include all of those for resident students plus the Non-Resident Building Fee. The Non-Resident Building Fee is that portion of bonds that are covered on behalf of resident students by Montana state taxes.

Computer Fee is a mandatory per credit hour fee used to provide and enhance student computer labs and access.

Student Equipment Fee is a mandatory per credit hour fee used to provide and enhance classroom and student lab equipment.

Information Technology Fee is mandatory per student fee for partial funding of the student administrative software.

Health and Dental Fees are mandatory fees charged to all students registered for seven (7) credits or more. These fees are for maintaining the Student Health and Dental Clinic.

The Associated Students of Montana State University (ASMSU) Fees are mandatory fees charged to all students registered for seven (7) credits or more. ASMSU Fees are set by student vote. Payment of the ASMSU Activity Fee entitles the student to participate in ASMSU student government and use of the gym, swimming, weight room facilities, day care facilities, legal aid, tutoring, and other sponsored activities.

ASMSU Activity Fee provides for the operation of the student government (ASMSU) and its committees.

ASMSU Intramural Fee contributes to the operational cost of the intramural facilities and programs.

ASMSU Bus Fee funds a local bus system for students.

ASMSU Student Leadership Fee provides funding to the MSU Leadership Institute.

ASMSU Student Sustainability Fee contributes to the promotion and implementation of sustainable practices.

ASMSU Student Organization Fee supports registered student organizations.

ASMSU Student Press Fee funds the student newspaper, The Exponent.

ASMSU Outdoor Recreation Fee funds the Outdoor Recreation Program.

ASMSU Recreational Facilities Project Fee funds the construction of a synthetic turf field and supporting infrastructure, and operations/maintenance after construction.

Athletic Fee is a mandatory fee charged to students registered for seven (7) credits or more that is used to support the Bobcat Athletic program.

SFEP Fee includes funds pledged for debt service on the Student Facilities Enhancement Project, as well as Operations & Maintenance fee for the Health & PE Complex.

Student Medical Insurance Fee is a mandatory medical insurance program (by ASMSU vote) for all students registered for six (6) credits or more. Students may decline the insurance if they have other health insurance coverage. For more information about the student policy, call (406) 994-3199.

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What intramurals are offered to students?

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their are over 15 different intramural teams, clubs, and sports from flag football, coed basketball, and spikeball to e-sports.