Montana State University Bozeman, MT
- Rating: B+
- 12,535 Students
- Public
Description
Montana State University, located in Bozeman, is a public research university known for its strong programs in engineering, agriculture, and the sciences. Founded in 1893, it serves as Montana’s largest university and is recognized for its commitment to hands-on learning, innovation, and research opportunities. With its scenic location near Yellowstone National Park, MSU offers unique outdoor recreation and research experiences, making it a top choice for students seeking academic excellence and adventure.
National Merit
Montana State University is proud to offer a scholarship program to a limited number of students who are selected as Finalists in the National Merit competition.
- Montana State University is proud to offer a new scholarship program to students who are selected as Finalists in the National Merit competition. The Montana State University National Merit Scholar Program will provide finalists who list Montana State as their first choice school with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation an award of a one-time $3,000 tuition scholarship* for the first year at Montana State. In addition, National Merit Finalists who list MSU as their first choice school will receive $750/year renewable for 4 years from MSU along with a generous Premier Scholarship (for residents) or Achievement Award (for nonresidents)*.
- *If students are offered a MSU Presidential Scholarship, MSU Provost Scholarship, MSU Honor Scholarship or other full tuition scholarship waiver, they are advised to select the offer of the greatest value. Students offered multiple awards that are designated to cover base tuition cannot receive more than 100% of the cost of tuition from the combination of the awards. The base tuition amount does not include room and board, books, or other expenses.
In addition, Montana State University National Merit Scholars will receive:
- Guaranteed admission to the MSU Honors College
- Guaranteed placement in Honors Housing
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
- MSU Presidential Scholarship
- The Presidential Scholarship is the most prestigious scholarship at Montana State University, in recognition of academic excellence and demonstrated potential for leadership and service. Up to twenty such scholarships will be awarded to freshmen entering Montana State University each fall. The Presidential Scholarship includes a full tuition waiver and a generous stipend renewable for up to four years.
- MSU Provost Scholarship
- Finalists who do not receive the Presidential Scholarship will be considered for the Provost Scholarship, which provides a full tuition waiver renewable for four years and a stipend.
Last Updated: February 2025