Do I have to apply for admission?
It depends. To take Extended University courses, you do not have to apply formally as either a degree-seeking or non-degree-seeking MSU student. If you are taking only these courses, you are considered an MSU Extended University student. You can enroll directly in the course and receive MSU academic credits upon its completion.
However, to take any other online courses or to enter a degree program (even if your coursework is primarily comprised of Extended University courses), you need to apply formally for admission.
- Learn more about applying as an undergraduate (degree or non-degree)
- Learn about applying as a degree-seeking graduate student
- Learn about applying as a non-degree graduate student
- Apply as an undergraduate student (degree or non-degree)
- Apply as a summer-only, non-degree undergraduate
- Apply as a degree-seeking graduate student
- Apply as a non-degree graduate student
How do I register for a course?
See the list of all online courses.
If the course is offered through Extended University, click on the linked course title and read the course description. If you meet the pre-requisites, follow the link to "Register Online," where you will be asked for your information and method of payment. We accept MasterCard, Visa, or personal check. Students who have previously enrolled at Montana State University may choose to pay using their MSU MyInfo accounts. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation e-mail, then another e-mail before the course begins containing course startup information.
If the course is offered through the Office of the Registrar, you must be accepted into MSU as either a degree or non-degree student before registering. Once you are accepted, you will receive information about how and when to register. Please note that many courses have particular prerequisites. You may need to talk to an academic advisor before proceeding. In most cases, you will register online with the MSU MyInfo system.
Do I have to be immunized before I can register?
Montana State University requires all newly accepted graduate and undergraduate students, whether degree-seeking or non-degree, to show proof of immunization against certain diseases before registration. Students who are both taking only Extended University courses and not seeking a degree are exempt.
The requirement may be waived, however, if you are taking only online courses.
If you are taking only online courses and not physically coming to campus, please call Student Health Services at (406) 994-2311 if an immunization hold is preventing you from registering or carrying out other student administrative functions. It is possible that the immunization requirement may be waived.
Immunizations holds are reinstated in November and April. If you are a continuing online student, you may have to contact Student Health Services each fall and spring.
Please note that if you register for an MSU on-campus course at a later date, you must meet the immunization requirement.
