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APPLY TO CITY COLLEGE

Submit application online

ARE YOU CONSIDERED A TRANSFER STUDENT?

Applicants who have earned 12 or more semester credits at another regionally accredited college or university are considered transfer students. Montana resident applicants must be in good academic standing and will be admitted upon receipt of official transcript(s) from each institution previously attended. Out-of-state residents must be in good academic standing with a 2.00 grade point average or higher to be admitted.

*An evaluation of your transfer credits will be completed after you apply for admission

ALL PREVIOUS COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS

If you are a transfer student, request official, complete transcripts from all previous institutions to be sent directly to the Office of Admissions. An evaluation of your transfer credits will be completed after you apply for admission.

If you are a former City College, MSUB or EMC student, please follow the Re-Enrollment Checklist.  

If you are transferring credits from an MUS institution here are some resources to help you through the transfer process.

We can utilize unofficial transcripts for the initial review of your application, but will require you send official transcripts prior to the start of  your intended semester.

IMMUNIZATION RECORDS

If you were born after December 31, 1956, submit proof of immunization that was administered after December 31, 1968. The immunization dates must also be after your first birthday. Requirements include proof of two (2) doses of immunization against Measles (Rubeola) and Rubella (German Measles) given at least 30 days apart. Include month/day/year. The record must be signed by a physician, health agency, or school official.

MONTANA RESIDENT ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

As a resident transfer student applicant, you must be in good standing at your previous institution and eligible to continue or return to that institution.

OUT OF STATE ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

A non-Montana resident transfer student must be in good standing and have at least a 2.00 cumulative grade point average.

MONTANA BOARD OF REGENTS POLICY

For more detailed admission requirements, please visit the Montana Board of Regents website:

In-State Students

Out-of-State Students

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FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

To determine eligibility for financial aid, complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) online.

Apply for scholarships. The new and current student scholarship application opens December 1st for the 2024-2025 academic year. (Priority given to applications received by February 1st.)

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MUST HAVES

Transfer students
Attended college before
Attended MSUB in the past
Hold a degree
▪ Immunization Records
▪ Official College Transcripts sent directly from previous insitution
Both must be turned in before start of intended semester.

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ORIENTATION

Students seeking a degree at MSUB are encouraged to sign up and participate in orientation.

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STUDENT SUPPORT

Apply early for additional student support! MSUB & City College offers various student support services and eligibility requirements may vary. Meeting with an advisor and program staff are highly encouraged. You may be eligible for the Montana 10 program!

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ACADEMIC RECORDS & ADVISING

Submit high school transcripts and/or official transcripts from other colleges attended at least 1 week before your advising appointment or Fast Pass registration session.


Students seeking a degree at MSUB are required to meet with an
advisor to develop a plan of study.

Go to our new student orientation page to see options for class registration.

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HOUSING

Apply for Housing online. Application opens December 1st. (Priority given to applicants received before May 1st.)

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REGISTER AND PAY FEES

Register for classes and follow your plan of study. Following registration, arrange payment for tuition prior to the 3rd day of the semester to avoid being dropped. Make a payment plan online.

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BOOKS

Order new or used books from the MSUB Campus Store. (*Students in campus programs are encouraged to work with their care teams regarding textbooks, laptops, and wifi hub lending).

If you do not have access to a computer, wish to conduct business in person, or just have questions,
visit Admissions or call (406) 657-2888 or admissions@msubillings.edu

Rolling Admission

MSUB & City College have rolling admission, this means prospective students may apply at any time. However, we recommend you apply as soon as possible keeping in mind scholarship and financial aid priority deadlines. See enrollment checklist below.

Residency Questionnaire

Seamless One MSU Transfer Application - for students transferring to MSUB from MSU Bozeman, MSU Northern and Great Falls College MSU