Advising in Your Student's Academic College
Supporting Student Success
At Montana State University, the relationship your student will establish with their Academic Advisor is one of
the most important they will develop throughout their college career. In this section,
you will learn about how Academic Advising is handled at MSU.
-Shannon Bangen, Director of Orientation
Advising Commons & Advising Expectations
Academic Advising at MSU is a collaborative process between students, faculty, and professional advisors designed to power students to discover who they are as learners, where their academic interests lie and how their University experience will shape their lives. Students may learn more about Advising Commons on our webpage: www.montana.edu/advising/.
Optional: The Honors College
The Honors College at Montana State University provides opportunities for students to study, conduct research, and exchange ideas in a challenging and supportive academic environment.
In addition to learning from outstanding faculty members, Honors students can attend special Honors seminars, take interdisciplinary Honors courses, and engage in independent study and research opportunities.
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 [email protected], or call us Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm MT at 1-888-MSU-CATS.