F A S T F A C T S
Location | Bozeman
Population | 50,000
Enrollment | 16,978
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host
Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/12
Spring | 01/14-05/08
Location | Bozeman
Population | 50,000
Enrollment | 16,978
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home & Host
Term Dates
Fall | 08/21-12/12
Spring | 01/14-05/08
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT| 2025-2026 Chance of Placement | ||
| Host Pay | | | Open |
| Home Pay | | | Excellent |
| Understand Chances of Placement | ||
Academics
Registration- When will I register? With juniors
- Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
All upper division courses in Film, Photography, Graphic Design, upper division Clinical Nursing, Music Technology, and Student Teaching.Limitations
Enrollment in Business, Ecology, Environmental Science, Natural Resources, Psychology, and Education courses is VERY limited. Incoming NSE Â鶹´«Ã½s MUST have flexibility in course selection, despite the early registration date. Priority registration does not always ensure that Â鶹´«Ã½s will be able to register for certain courses. Equivalent prerequisites and math-level requirements are strictly enforced for all courses that require them. Registration in Architecture and Art is very limited and restricted to majors only. A portfolio may be required.Notable Academic Programs
- Biotechnology - We have degree programs in animal, plant, and microbial systems.
- Native American Studies - MSU has 8 unique, native American tribal lands within its borders.
- Environmental Sciences - Our environmental sciences departments are vast and have Yellowstone National Park and the national forests to utilize as their laboratories.
- Snow Science - MSU has the only undergraduate degree in snow science in the country. Students have hands-on labs with avalanches and snow pack studies in the mountains surrounding Bozeman.
- Geology - Our geology programs are extensive and have the surrounding mountains as their outdoor examples of the material the Â鶹´«Ã½s learn within the classroom. Professors use many field trips to showcase the ideas.
Unique Academic Programs
- Snow Science
- Industrial Engineering
- Paleontology
- Japanese Studies
- Sustainability Studies
Options
Honors Access: Yes
Accounting, Agricultural Business, Agricultural Education... ++ show all
Conditions
GPA and Other Academic Requirements- General Eligibility Requirements
- No Â鶹´«Ã½s accepted from NSE members within my own state
- Full-year exchange Accepted
- Single term exchange Accepted
- N/A
- Will not accept
- Will accept Home/Host Pay
Tuition / Finances
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
- Estimated cost: $4041.
- Figures are based on full-time enrollment.
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
- Host Payment: 21
- Home Payment: 21
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSE Program Fee | $75 | Mandatory | ||
| Housing Deposit | $300 | Optional | ||
| Activity Fee | $15 | Year | Host | Mandatory |
| Recreation Fee | $146.10 | Year | Host | Mandatory |
| ID Card | $20 | Year | Host & Home | Mandatory |
| Parking Fee | $235 | Semester | Host | Optional |
| Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes: A housing deposit of $300 is required if choosing on campus housing. For Â鶹´«Ã½s only exchanging Fall semester and living on-campus, a Contract Release application must be submitted through the Housing Portal to cancel the housing contract for the spring semester. Students may submit an appeal for the $300 cancellation fee by emailing University Student Housing with a brief summary of why the Â鶹´«Ã½ should not have to pay the cancellation fee. Please contact University Student Housing for the contact information for the staff member who manages the appeal process. Appeals are not guaranteed.
Room / Meals
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- Approximate cost: $6723 (includes meals)
- Approximate monthly cost: $850
- Proximity to campus: walking distance
- Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
Housing is VERY competitive, both on- and off-campus for the fall semester. If you are interested in living in on-campus housing, please apply for housing ASAP. Students should be flexible with living off-campus in case on-campus housing is unavailable. On-campus housing is much easier to access in Spring Semester. You are allowed to apply for housing before you are formally admitted, so please apply as soon as possible: https://www.montana.edu/housing/ A housing deposit of $300 is required if choosing on campus housing. For Â鶹´«Ã½s only exchanging Fall semester and living on-campus, a Contract Release application must be submitted through the Housing Portal to cancel the housing contract for the spring semester. Students may submit an appeal for the $300 cancellation fee by emailing University Student Housing with a brief summary of why the Â鶹´«Ã½ should not have to pay the cancellation fee. Please contact University Student Housing for the contact information for the staff member who manages the appeal process. Appeals are not guaranteed.
Meal Plans
- Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
MSU has several meal plan options. Choose the one that fits your lifestyle best. Our newest dining hall opened Fall 2018. Commuter meal plans are available for Â鶹´«Ã½s living off-campus.
Resources
Campus LinksHealth
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $2202 | Semester | Host & Home | Optional |
Important Notes about Health Insurance
https://www.montana.edu/health/msuinsurance.html
Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students do not need to purchase health insurance.
Requirements
Comments on Problems or Conditions for Access
Since MSU is located in a relatively low population area, severe injuries and illnesses may require emergency air transport to Billings, Seattle, Denver or Salt Lake City.
Other Health Related Comments
You do not need to purchase the MSU health insurance, but you must be able to show proof of health insurance.