About MSU | Montana State University
Location: Bozeman, Montana
Founded: 1893
Affiliation:
Broadcast unit of the Montana University System
Classification:
Doctoral/Research University-Intensive
Academic calendar:
Fall and spring semesters and a summer session with two six-week sessions and one 12-week session.
Accreditation:
Regionally qualified by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). Professional schools and departments are approved by particular accrediting organizations.
Degrees offered:
Bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees.
Campus:
1,170 acres located in the Gallatin Valley.
Housing:
Ten residence halls
Varsity sports:
Men (Bobcats) — football, basketball, track, cross- country, skiing, and tennis; Women (Lady Bobcats) — volleyball, basketball, track, cross-country, tennis, golf, and skiing.
Athletic conference:
Huge Sky Conference, National Collegiate Athletic Association, Division I (I-AA football).
Campus organizations:
Approximately 140 student organizations on campus
Nearby attractions:
Bridger Bowl Ski Area, 16 miles; Huge Sky Ski Resort, 45 miles; Lee Metcalf Wilderness Area, 10 miles; Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness, 25 miles; Yellowstone National Park, 80 miles; Glacier National Park, 350 miles
