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General Information

School Contact
Montana State University
Montana Hall
Bozeman, MT 59717
United States
(406) 994-0211
www.montana.edu
Cost
In-State Tuition: $5,798
Out-of-State Tuition: $16,997
Room and Board: $7,070
Books and Supplies: $1,090
Undergrad Student Body
Full-Time: 8,996
Total Male: 5,708
Total Female: 4,811
Part-Time: 1,523
Founded:
1893
Control:
Public
Setting:
Rural
Academic Calendar:
Semester
Religious Affiliation:
None

Overall Experience

Many students at MSU, mainly those from out-of-state, are surprised that they ended up here. What they find even more surprising is that they never want to leave. Academics find a great research university and exceptional learning environment. Skiers look out their windows to see countless backcountry and ski hill opportunities. Coffeeshop connoisseurs could sample different drinks for weeks, and young philosophers could sit around for hours throwing ideas out to one another. Where the school is lacking, the town and surroundings compensate, and vice versa. An education should consist of more than sitting in a classroom, and MSU realizes this.

Attracting people who love life and are happy in their current situations, MSU and Bozeman have a pleasant atmosphere. The only problem with this is the unwillingness to change, which causes a lot of issues to stagnate in the community. Overall, MSU is a place where the happiness is infectious, as is the relaxed state of mind. Everyone is accepted, and people from different backgrounds love to mix. Most often, the people who
are not happy here are those who dislike fun, nature,
and getting an education.

Students Speak Out

Anonymous says:

Being at Montana State has been a great experience, hands down one of the best choices of my life. In Bozeman, there’s no such thing as a stranger, just a friend you haven’t made yet. There is always something to do, either scholastically or socially.
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Anonymous says:

I have found a really great match here at MSU, so I would definitely say that I want spend the rest of my school career here. The overall mix of natural beauty and the opportunity to study is perfect for me.
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Anonymous says:

Recently, I’ve really enjoyed being here, but my first year it was kind of hard getting into the swing of things. I recommend being a full-time student because it will help you get into the college life quicker.
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Anonymous says:

MSU has everything that makes me happy, along with a strong education system. It pretty much rocks.
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Anonymous says:

Every February, I consider transferring to Hawaii. The rest of the time, I enjoy the people here and the education I receive.
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Admissions Stats See more admissions statistics

Contact Admissions
Phone: (888) MSU-CATS
E-Mail: admissions@montana.edu
Web Site: www.montana.edu
Acceptance Rate:   67% Application Fee:   $30 Common Application Accepted?   No

Financial Aid Stats

Contact Admissions
Phone: (406) 994-2845
E-Mail: admissions@montana.edu
Web Site: www.montana.edu.wwfa
Other Stats
Financial Aid Forms Deadline: March 1
Average Financial Aid Package: ? $9,834
Students Who Applied for Aid: 63%
Applicants Who Received Aid: 78%

Standardized Tests

Scores Verbal Math Composite (out of)
SAT I * 490 - 620 510 - 630 1000 - 1250 (1600)
ACT * 20 - 26 20 - 27 21 - 27 (36)
* 25th - 75th Percentile
Other Stats
Top 10% of HS Class: 18%
SATI / ACT Required? Either
SAT II Requirements: None