• General Admission Information
• When to Apply

A U.S. high school diploma or equivalent is the minimum level of academic preparation required for admission to Montana State University.

Applications for admission to undergraduate programs are processed by the Office of Admissions, Montana State University, P.O. Box 172190, Bozeman, MT 59717-2190 (406-994-2452). The requirements for admission are described in the following pages. There are several options for obtaining application forms to MSU.

Applications are accepted from in-state, out-of-state, and international students. Eligible undergraduate students may attend full-time or part-time. Montana State University retains the right to establish requirements which will ensure successful scholastic performance.

General Admission Information

Applicants are responsible for submitting applications for admission, financial aid, and housing; and must provide verification of immunizations, as well as register for the New Student Orientation/Registration program. Applicants should be aware of the following:

1. Applicants are requested to voluntarily provide their social security number, which permits the school to distinguish between individuals with the same or similar names. The number will also be used as the student identification number (SID). Federal law requires that students applying for financial aid or benefits submit their social security number for purposes of identification.

2. Students intending to apply for financial aid may obtain appropriate forms from their high school guidance office or by contacting Financial Aid Services, 406-994-2845. Additional information about financial aid appears in this bulletin under the section titled Expenses. MSU's Title IV code is 002532.

3. Students with less than 30 credits of college level coursework are required to live in the residence halls. Questions should be referred to the Residence Life and University Food Services Office, 406-994-2661. Additional information about residence life and family housing can be found in the section titled Student Life.

4. Students must submit proof of required immunizations prior to registration of classes. Questions should be referred to the Swingle Student Health Service, 406-994-2311.

5. Students with a health condition or a disability which should be brought to MSU's attention may submit a confidential letter of need to Disability Services. Questions about services for disabled students should be referred to Disability Services, 406-994-2824.

6. All admitted students must attend a New Student Orientation and Registration session prior to the beginning of the semester. Information about Orientation dates will be sent from the Orientation Office after admission has been determined. Questions should be referred to the Orientation Office, 406-994-2827.

7. Academic credentials become the property of the University and cannot be returned, copied, or forwarded.

When to Apply

Applicants are encouraged to apply at least six to eight months prior to the first semester of attendance. This will allow adequate time for the student to request any academic credentials needed to complete the application file, make housing arrangements, process financial aid materials, and participate in New Student Orientation and Registration.

Applications must be on file in the Office of Admissions according to the following priority dates:

Fall semester - July 1

Spring semester - December 1

Summer session - May 1

Applicants will be notified of their admission status as soon as possible after all required credentials have been received by the Office of Admissions.

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