New Student Orientation and Class Registration
Orientation/Class Registration is required for all new, incoming students and is designed to provide academic advising, introduce
students to their degree requirements, aid students in course registration and prepare
them to join the Bobcat family. Want to know more about our programs? Scroll down
to find out more!
Instructions to Register
Ready to commit to MSU? Click here to learn how to register for Orientation!
Registration for Spring 2026 Orientation will open November 3.
Next steps and Orientation | Class Registration checklist
Admitted to MSU? Click to learn about the enrollment process: required documentation, placement, immunizations, and more!
About our Orientation Programs
Program information for incoming freshman students for Spring (January) 2026.
- Programs details and dates
- What to expect from your Orientation session
Program information for incoming transfer and non-traditional (3+ years since high
school graduation) students.
Program information for:
- Veteran, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reservist Students
- International freshman and transfer students
We offer an optional Orientation program specifically for the parents and family members
of incoming students! Click to learn more.
Frequently asked questions about Orientation, including registration, program format,
and other details.
Interested in being a 2026 Orientation Leader? Learn more and apply today!
Questions? We're here to help.
If you have questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us! You can email our
staff at orientation@montana.edu, or call us Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm MT at 1-888-MSU-CATS.
