Montana State University Bozeman

Established in 1893, Montana State University prepares students to graduate equipped for careers and further education. MSU?s low student to faculty ratio means accessible professors and hands-on learning opportunities. Working alongside world-class faculty mentors, students discover new knowledge that helps to improve quality of life around the globe. This supportive and collaborative learning environment helps students succeed in competing for national and international scholarships and awards.

Degrees offered at Montana State University are Associate, Bachelor?s, Master?s and Doctoral. Through its 9 academic colleges it offers a wide range of programs. Students, professors and staff at MSU work together with community partners to exchange and apply knowledge and resources that improve the world. MSU recently earned The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's engagement classification.

Montana State is the largest research university in Montana and the largest research and development entity of any kind in the state, which translates into many opportunities for students to conduct meaningful hands-on research and creative projects as well as economic prosperity for the area. The university research has led to significant discoveries that are changing the world. It holds more than 250 active technology licenses. In addition, 91 patents and 36 plant variety certificates have been issued for MSU discoveries with many more pending.

About Bozeman
Bozeman is a small town with big energy. Perhaps best known for outdoor recreation, Bozeman also has the cultural amenities of a much larger city including a symphony, opera, and ballet companies, as well as many locally-owned shops, restaurants and galleries that make Downtown vibrant. Skiing, hiking, camping, biking, climbing, and fishing options are endless because Bozeman is surrounded by five mountain ranges including the Bridger, Tobacco Root, Big Belt, Gallatin and Madison ranges; and the Gallatin, Madison and Yellowstone Rivers are all within a half hour of campus. There is plenty of National Forest land to explore, and Yellowstone National Park is just 90 miles away.

International Students Scholarships
Below are links to some of Montana State University's scholarship and fellowship options available for international students. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible in order to be considered as funds are limited

International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship

The MSU Office of International Programs is proud to offer merit-based scholarships to qualified international undergraduate applicants that are offered full admission to Montana State University. These awards are based on grade point average only as of April 2, 2021. These awards can be applied only toward MSU tuition and cannot be awarded to students being given Conditional Admission in order to attend Intensive English classes with INTERLINK International Institute.

When an international student submits their application, they are automatically considered for scholarships based on their grade point average from high school or college coursework. Students who are offered full admission to attend MSU with a cumulative GPA of 2.5+ on a 4.0 scale are eligible for consideration. Awards range from $5,000-$12,000 per year. 

This scholarship can be renewed annually if the student maintains a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, maintains full-time student status, and attends as a non-resident student.

*Any scholarships offered through the Office of International Programs prior to April 2, 2021 will be upheld as described in the original award.

Please note: Scholarship consideration is based on academic performance and will be awarded in the order in which students are offered admission, so it is best to complete the application early and confirm any award quickly. Students will not be considered for the Office of International Programs Scholarship until they have been offered Full Admission. Applications should be received by the term application deadline as listed on our Application Instructions Page. 

MSU Presidential Scholarship

The Presidential Scholarships are Montana State University's most distinguished academic awards, recognizing scholastic achievement, demonstrated leadership and unique personal qualities. Scholarship recipients receive annual tuition waivers, a generous stipend and other unique incentives for each of four years. Recent Presidential Scholars have gone on to receive such renowned awards as the Goldwater, Truman, Rhodes, Marshall and Mitchell scholarships. As Ambassadors of the university, they reflect its highest ideals through demonstrated leadership and public service and are in the process of leaving a unique fingerprint on their world.

If you applied for the Presidential Scholarship, your scholarship application will also serve as your application to the Honors College. The application deadline is early-December of each year. Please visit the link below for the specific deadline and to learn more about this scholarship opportunity.

Please note: You must be offered full admission to MSU as a first-year student for the Fall semester before you can apply for the Presidential Scholarship. Students that are offered Conditional Admission or have 12+ credits from a university or college are not eligible for the Presidential Scholarship.

Other Scholarship Opportunites

Many of Montana State University's colleges and departments offer scholarships to their currently-enrolled students. Below are some links that can provide you with more information about college and department scholarship opportunities:

• Jake Jabs College of Business
• College of Engineering
• Gianforte School of Computing
• College of Letters & Science
• College of Agriculture
• School of Art

On-Campus Housing
University Student Housing provides a wide variety of living options for on-campus students to select from including single and co-ed buildings and floors. We also have a number of special living options and Living Learning Communities that students can select from when filling out their housing application. We encourage you to review all of the options listed below to make the best selection when completing your application preferences. If you have questions about any of these living options, please don't hesitate to contact University Student Housing.

Living Learning Communities
For many incoming freshmen, the transition from an intimate high school setting to a university environment can be a daunting task. With the goal of easing this transition, the University Student Housing Department at Montana State University has established Living Learning Communities within the residence halls. The reason for establishing Living Learning Communities is so that residents of these floors have a smoother transition to university life and to help them achieve greater academic success. Any student who selects and is placed on an LLC floor will have an additional fee of $50/semester to pay for programming and educational opportunities on the floor.

A Living Learning Community is for students interested in being around others with similar academic interests. Rather than finding their way through class projects, research papers, and exams alone, students become part of a close community of students who are experiencing similar educational challenges and transitional issues. When you live in a Living Learning Community you:

• Live with 30-50 students with similar majors/lifestyles
• Have great opportunities to make friends and study partners
• Have access to a peer academic assistance

Off-Campus Housing
The mission of the off-campus housing resource at Montana State University is to provide assistance to MSU students living off campus or looking to move outside of the residence halls. The Department of Residence Life strives to educate students about living off campus, to provide resources to help students be successful in their academic careers, and to promote MSU in the Bozeman community

The Montana State University Flagship Campus, which is spread out over a large area, is equipped with a number of student-friendly features. Dining halls, apartment halls, parking lots, and a stadium are among these facilities. The university provides a sports and fitness center that promotes student fitness and personal development. Students can take advantage of amenities like massages, sports clubs, outdoor activities, and group fitness. Because of MSU's low student-to-faculty ratio, teachers are easily accessible, and hands-on learning opportunities abound. Students learn new skills while working with world-class faculty mentors to improve the quality of living throughout the world. Students benefit from this supportive, collaborative learning atmosphere while applying for national and international scholarships and grants.

Students living at the Bozeman campus enjoy several off-campus amenities and enhance their learning experience. Bozeman is perhaps best known for its outdoor activity, but it also offers cultural amenities, including a symphony, opera, and ballet companies, as well as many locally-owned stores, restaurants, and galleries that keep Downtown alive. Because the town is surrounded by five mountain ranges, including the Bridger, Tobacco Root, Big Belt, Gallatin, and Madison Ranges, and the Gallatin, Madison, and Yellowstone Rivers, there are endless opportunities for skiing, hiking, camping, biking, climbing, and fishing. 

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