MSU is Your University

Montanans choose MSU for as many different reasons as there are towns in the Treasure State. Our students come from every county in Montana to explore their interests, discover their paths and shape their futures. 

As Montana’s land-grant institution, Montana State University is Your University. We are proud to help all Montanans achieve their dreams through world-class education, community engagement and statewide services such as MSU Extension.

Whatever it is that brings you to Montana State University, you’ll find a home here.

Inspiration | Sarah

“MSU has taught me that it is important to wake up every day with aspirations to make a positive impact no matter how big or small it is.”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Ringling
Major: Accounting

Discovery | Chontay

“I’m a Native singer and have always loved music, but I never knew you could study Music Technology. After my first semester, my classes kept me wanting to learn more about it.”

Class of 2020
Hometown: Rocky Boy
Major: Music Technology

Exploration | Becca

“There’s always a new local coffee shop opening or a different hiking trail to explore in Bozeman. As a student, I don’t think I’ll ever get bored living here.”

Class of 2020
Hometown: Butte
Major: Cell Biology & Neuroscience

Opportunity | Tommy

“Moving from small town Montana to Bozeman is an adventure itself, but I encourage everyone to take it one step further and study abroad. There are so many programs and destinations to choose from, some lasting days, weeks or months.”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Richey
Major: Elementary Education

Outreach | Rachel

“As a 4^th grader in rural Montana, I remember a student visiting my class to teach us about astronomy. Years later, I joined the Space Public Outreach Team at MSU and was paid to travel back home to teach astronomy to students there. It was a cool way to share my education with the people I grew up with."

Class of 2019
Hometown: Scobey
Major: Biochemistry

Support | Ali

“When a family situation changed my Financial Aid award, I was able to talk to advisors in the Financial Education Office who helped me practice saving and budgeting and helped me cope with FAFSA changes or questions about loans.”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Kalispell
Major: Elementary Education

Community | Logan

“Whether you want to go to the gym, study or go skiing there is always someone around wanting to join. The residence halls on campus not only make you feel like part of a community, but also part of a family.”

Class of 2020
Hometown: Glasgow
Major: Biochemistry/Cell Biology & Neuroscience

Experience | Lexi

“The endless events put on by departments across MSU create a fun environment that keeps me engaged with the campus and my major.”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Missoula
Major: Civil Engineering

Adventure | Lauren

“If it was up to me, I would stay exclusively in my comfort zone. But Montana State has given me the chance to branch out into new experiences while still providing support so I know I’m not alone.”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Twin Bridges
Major: Agricultural Education

Impact | Mariah

“I chose MSU because I value high-quality education above anything else. I can see that my professors truly care about their students and enhancing our experiences.”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Chinook
Major: Nursing

Connection | Mitchell

“It was amazing to come to MSU and work with people from all across Montana, from different states and even different countries!”

Class of 2019
Hometown: Billings
Major: Psychology