Graduate Student Guide
Welcome to the Yellowjacket Family
Welcome to Graduate Studies at Montana State University Billings. The graduate programs at MSUB are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals. Nearly 70% of our graduate students find employment in their field prior to graduation.
Our graduate faculty is dedicated to providing you with exceptional teaching and research experiences to enhance your education. Our Graduate Studies Office is accessible and accommodating to students, and we have a one-stop shop positioned to serve the needs of graduate students.
Apply for Financial Aid, Graduate Assistantship, and Scholarships
- Financial Aid, 406-657-2188
- Graduate Assistantships
- Scholarships
- To accept fees and pay your bill sign in to myInfo
- Questions about your bill? Contact Business Services Student Accounts, 406-657-2140
Get Ready for Classes
- Create Your Campus Logins (Student Email, Desire2Learn, and myInfo)
- For assistance visit Camus Logons or contact the Information Technology Service Desk, 406-247-5755
- Contact Your Advisor
- Call 406-657-2238 or email Graduate Studies if you are unsure who to contact
- Track your progress on DegreeWorks
- Register for Courses - sign in to myInfo
- Order Your Books Online from the MSUB Campus Store, 406-657-2121
Basics of Campus
- Send to Immunization Records to Student Health Services, 2nd Floor Petro Hall
- shawna.nichols@msubillings.edu, Phone 406-657-2153, Fax 406-657-2145
- Disability Support Services, 406-657-2283, 406-545-2518 - video phone
- Library, Room 518
- Parking Permits, 406-657-1704
- Order in person or online
- University ID Card 406-657-2023
- Drop by 1st Floor McMullen Hall - West Side to get your ID Card
Student Resources
- Career & Employment Services, 406-657-2168, Located in Library Room 100
- Academic Support Center, 406-657-1641, Located on 1st floor of Student Union Building (SUB)
- Writing Lab, 406-657-1641
- Notaries Public
- University Police, Located in S.W. Corner of Parking Garage
- For an escort call (406) 657-2147
- Emergency Notification System
- Students can sign up for free emergency text messages in event of a campus emergency or severe weather conditions
- Library, 406-657-1662, Access online databases
- For information on preparing your thesis, view Thesis Submission Instructions
Resources for Online Students
- Online courses are accessed through Desire2Learn (D2L) at eLearning
- For technical support contact
- IT Student Helpdesk: (406) 247-5755 or
- D2L Customer Support: (406) 247-5755 or
- Visit the Information Commons on the 1st floor of the Library
Student Union Building (SUB)
The SUB houses many important amenities including Rimrock Café, Stingers Bistro, the Academic Support Center, Campus Store , the Center for Community Engagement, a game room, and a study lounge.
Policy Resources
- See the online graduate catalog for full academic policy listings
- Student Policies & Procedures Handbook
- Student Rights and Responsibilities
- A full listing of student policies and notifications and complete descriptions are available online
- Title IX and Sexual Harassment
- Prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities
- FERPA
- Students have the right to view their student records and are protected from others having access to their records.
- Tobacco-Free Policy
- MSUB is a tobacco free campus. For more information call 406-657-2153
Professional Licensure
In accordance with required federal disclosures regarding programs offered by MSU Billings necessary for a student to seek licensure/certification, please find information at State Authorization (NC-SARA). These programs include:
- Athletic Traning
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Education
- Medical Lab Science
- Mental Health and Rehabilitation Counseling, Psychiatric Rehabilitation
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Radiologic Technology
- Ultrasound Technology
If you have questions, please contact gradstudies@msubillings.edu.
Campus Resources
- Housing and Residence Life, 406-657-2333
- MET Transit 406-657-8218
- MSUB Campus Store, 406) 657-2121, Located in Student Union Building
- Student Health Services, 406-657-2153, Located on the 2nd floor of Petro Hall
- Recreation Activities, 406-657-2881, Main Office is located in PE 016
- Learn about intramural sports by visiting the Rec Desk in the PE building
- Your student ID gives you free admission to MSUB athletic events
- Dining Services, 406-657-2382
- Rimrock Café: in the SUB, offers all-you-care-to-eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Stingers Bistro: in the SUB, hosts Starbucks
- Jazzman’s and SUB Connection: located in the Liberal Arts Building, features a coffee shop, salads, sandwiches, and much more!
Get Involved In Community
- Center for Engagement, 406-657-2387, Located in SUB, Room 219
- Get involved in the community, on and off campus
- Wellness & Diversity Center, 406-657-2387, Located in Student Union Building, 2nd floor
- Promotes a diverse and inclusive campus
- Native American Achievement Center, 406-657-2144, 2630 Normal Aveue
- Provides assistance for American Indian students and coordinates events
- Office of International Studies, 406-657-1705 Located in Liberal Arts Building, Room 700
- Student Engagement, Located in SUB, Room 219
- Visit CFE for information on campus events and student organizations
- ASMSU Billings Student Government, 406-657-2365, Student Union Building, Room 213
- Student Resolution Officer, 406-657-2365, Room 213
- Currently Active Student Organizations