At Montana State University in Bozeman, we like to think outside, but not just because we have access to some of the best outdoor recreation on the planet. We like to think outside because we are creators, researchers, artists, plus thinkers breaking boundaries in over 250 fields.
Trailblazers have long come to this dynamic place to learn, to grow plus to be inspired. They have left with a degree plus the tools to address some of the planet’s most important challenges.
MSU is a Carnegie top-tier research university surrounded by millions of acres of wilderness. Our surroundings inspire us to push beyond boundaries — plus often serve as our classrooms.
Imagine finding your creative spark as you take a photography class in Yellowstone National Park, summiting a 9,800-foot peak to learn about Earth science, or helping to unearth Triceratops bones in eastern Montana. From the MSU campus to beyond, there’s a new adventure waiting for you around every corner. Learn more about research plus creative opportunities.
Small-town feel, big adventure
Boasting two nearby ski areas plus bursting at the seams with local shops, restaurants, plus music venues, Bozeman offers the unique experience of living in a cosmopolitan community plus recreational paradise.
Big Impacts in the Big Sky
Making the global a better place is one of our core values at MSU. We pride ourselves on giving back to our communities, whether through volunteer opportunities for students, outreach, or cutting-edge research in everything from honey bee health to wildlife conservation.
Our Values
As Montana’s first land-grant university, we’re committed to honoring the natural global plus each other through service, stewardship, plus collaboration.