Montana State University

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Montana State University is a Carnegie top-tier research university surrounded by millions of acres of wilderness. Founded in 1893 as the state’s first land-grant university, MSU is committed to honoring the natural world and each other through service, stewardship, and collaboration.

  • R1 Very High Research Activity

    Carnegie Classification

  • #139 in Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs

    U.S. News & World Report, 2025

International Undergraduate Programs

In collaboration with Montana State University, Shorelight is working to provide international-friendly admission and enrollment processes for the university's existing program suite, driven by the goal of providing a world-class, supportive, and personalized experience.

Important Dates

Summer 2026

Application Deadline

March 15, 2026

I-20 Transfer Deadline

May 8, 2026

Payment Deadline

May 4, 2026

Arrival & Mandatory Check-in Date

May 18, 2026