Orientation for Transfer Students
The safety of our students and families is MSU’s top priority. With the ever changing environment due to COVID-19, MSU is closely monitoring our new student programs including Orientation. Students are encouraged to register for Orientation now to save their place at MSU. In the event that we are no longer able to hold an in-person Orientation this summer, MSU will refund any fees that were paid for the room and board costs associated with the MSU summer Orientation programs. We hope this will provide a sense of security in deciding to register for the session of your choosing. To stay up-to-date on our virtual campus visit programs, and how our office is responding, please visit our COVID-19 resources page.
Welcome to the Bobcat Family
Orientation registration for new students attending MSU in the fall of 2020 is now open. Please read the information below for more information on the program, including how to register.
Students accepted for admission to MSU will receive Orientation materials, which will outline the details for both options, at the following times:
- Students admitted for Spring Semester 2020-after November 1st
- Students admitted for Fall Semester 2020-after January 13th
- Students admitted for Summer Session 2020-after January 13th
Visit the transfer student guide for more information on transferring to MSU.
Learn more:
Session Options
Transfer students can register for courses by choosing one of the following two options:
Option 1
The first way to complete the Orientation process is by visiting campus and completing the Transfer Student Checklist (included in the Orientation information we mailed you) on your own.
Students attending Orientation for Spring 2020 may use this Transfer Student Checklist.
This option requires you to spend one weekday on campus and meet with an advisor. These dates vary depending on the semester you plan to enroll at Montana State.
To register for this option, please mark "Option 1" online through the Undergraduate Admissions Checklist. Then, complete each step on the checklist in the order listed. In order for your
Orientation to be considered complete, you are responsible for each item on the checklist.
Option 2
Dates vary depending on the semester you plan to enroll at Montana State. Please see below for tentative dates.
To register for this option, please mark "Option 2" online through the Undergraduate Admissions Checklist. A confirmation will be emailed upon receipt of your completed registration. Please review the Transfer Option 2 Checklist to assure everything is completed by Orientation.
Orientation Registration Information
All new students are required to attend an Orientation, except for students registering for summer courses. Please see below for more information.
To register for Orientation, click the Register Now button. This will take you to a page which provides instructions on how to access your MyInfo student portal and register for Orientation.
Please select either 'Option 1' or 'Option 2' depending on your preference. Additional info, including tentative schedules, may be found below.
Schedules & General Information
For more information on your Orientation session, including a tentative schedule of events, please select the semester you plan to enroll at Montana State University.
Fall Semester Registration Information
Transfer students can register for courses by choosing one of the following options:
Option 1:
The first way to complete the Orientation process is by visiting campus and completing the Transfer Student Checklist (included in the Orientation information we mailed you) on your own. This option requires you to meet with an advisor between April 8, 2020, and August 19, 2020. Please contact your advisor directly to discuss remote advising. To register for this option, please mark "Option 1" online through the Undergraduate Admissions Checklist. Then, complete each step on the checklist in the order listed. In order for your Orientation to be considered complete, you are responsible for each item on the checklist.
Option 2:
The second way to complete the Orientation process is to attend the Transfer Student Orientation Program. To register for this option, please mark "Option 2" online through the Undergraduate Admissions Checklist. A confirmation will be emailed upon receipt of your completed registration. Please review the Transfer Option 2 Checklist to assure everything is completed by Orientation. Transfer Student Orientation Program will be held on on Tuesday, August 25, 2020.
Spring Semester Registration Information
Transfer students can register for courses by choosing one of the following options:
Option 1:
Visit campus and complete the Transfer Student Checklist on your own between November 18, 2019 and January 3, 2020. This option requires you to spend one weekday on campus between mid-November and early January and meet with an advisor. You cannot complete this option over the phone. You MUST come to campus. In order for your Orientation to be considered complete, you are responsible for each item on the checklist. This option has limited availability.
Option 2:
Attend the Transfer Student Orientation Program January 9-10, 2020.
Specialized Orientations
Veteran Orientation
Register for a specialized Veteran Orientation on your Undergraduate Admissions Checklist and contact the Veteran Support Center at (406) 994-3661 or vets@montana.edu for information.
Non-Traditional Student Orientation
The Non-Traditional Orientation is designed to meet the needs of incoming non-traditional aged students who are attending college for the first time. This program is by invitation only. Eligible students will be notified.
Questions? We're here to help.
If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! You can email our
staff at orientation@montana.edu, or call us Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm MT at 1-888-MSU-CATS.