Things to Know Before Your Campus Visit
Daily Visit Registration Form
Our daily visit registration form shows all available dates for you to schedule a formal visit.
Please register no sooner than 4 days in advance of your visit. If you need to schedule within this window, please email campusvisit@montana.edu to let us know, and we will assist you as best as we can.
If you'd like to schedule a meeting with a department on campus during your visit, please fill out the registration form no later than two weeks prior to your visit.
The registration form only lets you book dates within a 3 month window. If you need to start planning your travel prior to the 3 month window, you can view all of our blackout dates below.
2025 Blackout Dates
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If these are the only days you are available to come to campus, you are more than welcome to use our Self-Guided Walking Tour. This tour takes a similar route to our guided tour and provides accompanying audio for each tour stop.
Accessibility & Accommodations
Wheelchair Requests
If you need to request a wheelchair for your visit, please submit your request in advance by contacting the Office of Disability Services at disabilityservices@montana.edu or (406) 994-2824. The wheelchair can be picked up from their office prior to checking in on the day of your visit. The Office of Disability Services is located in Romney Hall Room 137.
Directions from the parking garage to Romney Hall:
- The Parking Garage is connected to Norm Asbjornson Hall.
- Proceed around Norm Asbjornson Hall on the left (West) of the building.
- Across Grant Street, you will see Romney Hall to the left (West) of the construction.
- Take a left at the large oval sidewalk to gain access to the South doors of Romney Hall.
- The Office of Disability Services will be the first office doors on your left once inside.
Directions from Romney Hall to the Strand Union Building:
- Exit Romney Hall from the North doors.
- Turn right (East) on the sidewalk, toward the construction zone.
- The sidewalk will take you straigh to the Strand Union Building.
- The Strand Union Building will be the second building on your left (North).
- The Office of Admissions is inside the Strand Union Building, up the elevator or stairs, first door on the right. If using the elevator, press the "3" for 3rd floor.
See map below:
Parking
We have ADA parking available in the parking garage for visitors. View our Parking and Directions webpage for instructions and directions for parking. If all ADA parking spaces are unavailable, please contact Parking Services at parkingservices@montana.edu or (406) 994-1723.
Campus Tour Expectation
Our campus tour is an hour long walking tour throughout campus. All tour guides are trained for ADA accessible routes as needed.
Service Animals
Service animals, including service-animals-in-training, may accompany an individual with a disability or an individual training the animal in public facilities and accommodations, or in places in which the general public is invited (e.g., academic buildings, administrative offices, residence halls, etc.) as long as the animal and owner meet the requirements identified in the Responsibilities of Individuals with Animals on Campus.
We are unable to store any animals during your visit to campus.
If you have questions, please contact the Office of Disability Services at disabilityservices@montana.edu or (406) 994-2824.
Events, Athletics, & More
Outdoor Recreation
We offer some guidance on outdoor recreation spots in the Bozeman area to make the most out of your visit! You'll find a variety of outdoor activities, no matter the season.
See Visit Bozeman's website for an extensive list of resources and ideas for outdoor recreation.
Events & Shows
See a show or concert at the Ellen, Rialto, or Elm theaters. Or, if you're visiting during the summer, hear live music outdoors during the Music on Main concert series.
Athletics
If you're visiting during our athletics seasons, you can find athletic event schedules and ticket information through Montana State University Athletics.
Travel Planning
Explore lodging and rental car options, discounts, and resources provided by the Bozeman Chamber of Commerce!
What to Bring to Your Campus Visit
The campus tour is approximately 60 minutes long and mostly outside. We encourage visitors to wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately to be walking outside. We offer complementary water bottles, but you can bring your own as well.
We experience approximately 300 days of sun in Bozeman and recommend sunscreen to all of our visitors. Please view the Bozeman Forecast when packing for your trip to Bozeman.
Even though it can be warm in the summer or in our buildings, we recommend bringing an appropriate outer layer for the time of year you are visiting.
Graduate & International Students
Our admissions meetings are designed specifically for prospective undergraduate students. If you're a graduate or international student, we want to make sure you connect with the right departmenet for the most helpful and personalized experience.
Graduate Students: Please reach out to the Graduate School to learn more about available programs. You may contact the Graduate School at gradschool@montana.edu or (406) 994-4145.
International Students: The Office of International Programs provides admissions support tailored to international students. We encourage you to contact them directly to plan your visit. You may contact the Office of International Programs at international@montana.edu or +1 (406) 994-4031.
We're glad you're interested in MSU and want to ensure you receive the information that best fits your academic goals. If you'd like a general 60-minute campus tour, please email campusvisit@montana.edu for your request.