Montana State University

Department of Education Title

College Department

Education Advising Center

  • Advising Center Overview
  • Admission to The Teacher Ed Program
  • Forms & Critical Info
  • Schedules and Calendars
  • Academic Advising Video

About the Advising Center

View the Academic Advising Video Podcast

The Education Advising Center serves as the primary resource for all undergraduate education majors. Elementary and Secondary Education students are encouraged to visit the Education Advising Center each semester. Appointments can be made at anytime, however, most information is covered during Group Advising each semester. During Group Advising, the student's personal course plan will be reviewed and revised as needed. Students receive detailed information and planning for professional preparation courses, required forms, course prerequisites, and requirements needed for entrance into the Teacher Education Program.

Transfer and Second-degree students should bring information regarding previous college work to their initial appointment! It is critical that you bring the MSU Evaluation of Transfer Credits (completed by the Admissions Office).

Secondary Education students are advised by their major advisor as well as the Education Advising Center.

Restricted entry to Education courses and personal data forms (PDFs) are available each semester in the Advising Center prior to pre-registration.

Education students are encouraged to view the video podcast and check the bulletin board regularly in the hallway outside the Advising Center (132 Reid Hall) prior to pre-registration.

Contact Information:
Education Advising Center Director - Cyndi Meldahl
406-994-1880
cmeldahl@montana.edu

Appointment calendar– to schedule an appointment with Cyndi, please use this Google Calendar.


Academic Advisor I - Jennifer Clark, M.Ed.
406-994-1880
jennifer.clark6@montana.edu

Appointment calendar–– to schedule an appointment with Jen, please use this Google Calendar.
Skype Address: jennifer.clarkmsu

The Education Advising Center is committed to the following:

  • Assist students in developing meaningful educational plans, compatible with their life goals.
  • Help students accept responsibility for their own education.
  • Provide guidance in curricular and professional choices to aid students' professional development.
  • Assist students in interpretation of institutional requirements.
  • Enhance student awareness of educational resources available.
  • Evaluate student progress toward established goals.
  • Assist students in developing decision-making skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

Undergraduate Advising Center FAQs


Admissions to the Teacher Education Program

The following links provide directions in order to complete the paperwork to enter into the Teacher Education Program in Elementary or Secondary Education.

Elementary Education

Elementary Education Application
Elementary Education Cover Sheet

Secondary Education

Secondary Education Application
Secondary Education Cover Sheet


Schedules and Calendars

Google Advising Calendar and Scheduling Procedures:
The following Google Advising Calendars are provided by the Department of Education. Please select the specific advising calendar you wish to view or schedule an appointment with.

Academic Advising Video

View the Academic Advising Video Podcast