Becoming an Online Student Checklist
"I think a lot of people who are not in traditional circumstances, or not living near a campus, or maybe caretaking someone, or working full time, will really appreciate this platform. I really got a sense of the people in the program and I really enjoyed that. I met some really amazing people."
Charles Byrne, online M.S. in Land Resources and Environmental Sciences, May 2019
Tell your family, friends, co-workers or anyone who is part of your support network that you are determined to further your education. Stating this commitment out loud is the first step toward your educational journey!
- Research the program or programs that interest you. Find out:
- What degree or certificate will you earn?
- How many credits is the program?
- How much will it cost?
- What are the prerequisites for the program and courses?
- How many classes do you need to take?
- Will any existing coursework transfer in?
- How do you apply?
- What are the admission dates?
- Apply for admission or submit an Intent to Register form in MyInfo if you are a returning MSU student.
- Set up an advisor appointment.
- Prepare for your advising appointment by getting your transcripts together and researching what classes you need to take.
- Meet with your advisor and get your advisor PIN.
- Start organizing your time, physical space and life commitments.
- Submit immunization records or request an Immunization Waiver. For more information, please contact Student Health Services at (406) 994-2311 or e-mail immune@montana.edu.
- Find out when class registration opens.
- Apply for financial aid: Email finaid@montana.edu or call (406) 994-2845.
- Log into MyInfo to:
- Register for classes using your advisor PIN.
- Confirm (pay) your bill.
- If you have a disability, contact Disability Services: drv@montana.edu or (406) 994-2824.
- If you are a veteran, contact VA and Re-entry Services: drv@montana.edu or(406) 994-3661.
- Find your textbook list through the MSU Bookstore and order textbooks if necessary.
- Log into the Brightspace course site. Your classes will be available on Brightspace on their scheduled start date.