About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Ronda Russell
Director of New Student Services
Director of New Student Services
Address
P.O. Box 172190
New Student Services
Bozeman, MT 59717
New Student Services
Bozeman, MT 59717
Phone
406-994-2452
Email
admissions@montana.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Museum of the Rockies
Planetarium
Fitness Center ($11.7 million student funded renovation completed in 2008
Burns Telecommunications Center
Chemistry & Biochemistry Research Facility
Blackbox Theatre Student Union Building Exit Art Gallery (Student Art Gallery) Copeland Art Gallery (Art Gallery)
Planetarium
Fitness Center ($11.7 million student funded renovation completed in 2008
Burns Telecommunications Center
Chemistry & Biochemistry Research Facility
Blackbox Theatre Student Union Building Exit Art Gallery (Student Art Gallery) Copeland Art Gallery (Art Gallery)
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Bridger Bowl Ski area
Big Sky Ski resort
Yellowstone National Park
Museum of the Rockies
Unique downtown Bozeman
Big Sky Ski resort
Yellowstone National Park
Museum of the Rockies
Unique downtown Bozeman
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday-Friday
9am and 2pm
406-994-2452
9am and 2pm
406-994-2452
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Year-round
Times: Varies
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
varies
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Athletic Department
Contact Email Address for Visit
info@msubobcats.com
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Taxis, shuttle buses, buses. Airport is 8 miles from Bozeman near Belgrade, MT.
Local Accommodations
http://bozemancvb.com/lodging
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 19,142
Acceptance Rate: 82%
Average HS GPA: 3.47
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
550 - 650
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
540 - 660
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 27
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
18:1
Total Faculty
1,146
with Terminal Degree
574
591
Women
555
Men
97
Minority
26
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
25%
Graduate in 5 years
49%
Graduate in 6 years
55%
Majors
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AGRICULTURE, AGRICULTURE OPERATIONS, AND RELATED SCIENCES.
Agricultural Business and Management, General.
Agricultural Mechanization, General.
Agriculture, General.
Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture.
Animal Sciences, General.
Animal Sciences.
Horticultural Science.
Plant Sciences, General.
Plant Sciences.
Range Science and Management.
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ARCHITECTURE AND RELATED SERVICES.
Environmental Design/Architecture.
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AREA, ETHNIC, CULTURAL, GENDER, AND GROUP STUDIES.
American/United States Studies/Civilization.
-
BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Biotechnology.
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology.
Medical Microbiology and Bacteriology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Agricultural Teacher Education.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Music Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Social Science Teacher Education.
Technical Teacher Education.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician.
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician.
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General.
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician.
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ENGINEERING.
Chemical Engineering.
Civil Engineering, General.
Computer Engineering, General.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering, General.
Industrial Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Foreign Languages and Literatures, General.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician.
Medical/Clinical Assistant.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Nursing Studies.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
Statistics, General.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
Environmental Studies.
Land Use Planning and Management/Development.
Natural Resource Recreation and Tourism.
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.
Natural Resources/Conservation, General.
Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
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PRECISION PRODUCTION.
Machine Tool Technology/Machinist.
Welding Technology/Welder.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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TRANSPORTATION AND MATERIALS MOVING.
Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Interior Design.
Music, General.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Maurice Hilleman
Microbiologist, developed vaccines
Dennis Erickson
Head Coach, Arizona State University
Sara Vowell
Contributing editor for NPR
Jan Stenerud
Placekicker, NFL
Allan McDonald
Discovered faulty "O" ring on shuttle
Kevin Michael Connolly
Photographer, author of "Double Take"
John Dahl
Film director, TV director, writer
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
25%
Graduate in 5 years
49%
Graduate in 6 years
55%
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Apr 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,978
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$5,784
Average Need-Based Loan
$6,881
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
52%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$28,158
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$5,513
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$5,654
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$23,890
Required Fees
$1,818
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,450
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
$1,234
On-Campus Room and Board
$10,300
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
College/university loans from institutional funds
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
No
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
14,817
Foreign Countries Represented
55
Demographics
1.25%
American Indian or Alaskan Native
4.59%
Hispanic
84.67%
Caucasian
1.92%
International
46% female
54% male
39% are out of state
83% are full time
17% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
25%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
76%
Campus Environment
Suburban
94/99
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Cooperative
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Apartment Single
Cooperative
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Theme Housing
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Michael McNeil
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
http://www.montana.edu/drv/disability/guidelines/learning-disability.htmlDocumentation Required for ADHD
http://www.montana.edu/drv/disability/guidelines/adhd.htmlSpecial Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
140
Number of Honor Societies
18
Number of Social Sororities
4
Number of Religious Organizations
12
2% join a fraternity
2% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
2% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Bobcats)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Rodeo
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Football
Rodeo
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Bobcats)
11 Sports
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Rodeo
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Golf
Rodeo
Skiing Downhill Alpine
Skiing Nordic Cross Country
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Womens Center
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Health
Womens Center
LGBT Support Groups
Minority Support Groups
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
96/99
AASHE STARS® rating
Gold
School Has Formal Sustainability Committee
Yes
Sustainability-focused degree available
Yes
School employs a sustainability officer
Yes
Public GHG inventory plan
Yes
% food budget spent on local/organic food
19%
Available Transportation Alternatives
Bike Share
Yes
School Adopted A Policy Prohibiting Idling
Yes
School Developed Bicycle Plan
Yes
Data provided by Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), STARS®, as of March, 2024.
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
50
Fee for Network Use
Yes
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
Dell, HP, Apple
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
