Welcome to the Yellowjacket Family!

We are very excited for you to start your academic career at Montana State University Billings!


Step 1: RSVP for a Fall Registration Session. These are reserved for first-time freshman and adult learners, providing you specialized guidance from our Offices of Admissions and advising. 

Live too far from Billings, or can’t make any of our registration sessions work? Please contact our advising office after May 16th to for assistance with your registration appointment.

University campus: Call (406) 657-2240 or email advising@msubillings.edu 
City College campus: Call (406) 247-3019 or email ccadvising@msubillings.edu 

*All students are highly encouraged to be registered for the Fall term prior to attending New Student Orientation July 14-15.

Step 2: RSVP for New Student Orientation: Orientation will ensure you and your family/supporters are connected to the campus, meet new friends, explore the Billings community, and experience life as a 'Jacket!

All students are highly encouraged to attend a Registration Session prior to attending New Student Orientation.

This two day event is designed to welcome you as a new student and provides meaningful sessions, timely information, and activities where you'll meet new Yellowjackets, explore student service programs, master the art of navigating campus programs, preview college clubs and organizations, and participate in workshops that prepare you for your first year at MSU Billings. Parents and supporters are welcome to attend New Student Orientation as we have specialized sessions just for them!

  • Learn how to successfully transition to life at MSUB
  • Engage with University services and resources
  • Connect with other incoming Yellowjackets
  • Connect with MSUB staff and Academic Advisors
  • Apply for specialized campus programs and student support services early
  • Engage in specialized sessions and workshops that will prepare you for the first day of classes
Registration Schedule
Registration Session Dates: University Campus Time/s City College Time

Apr. 23rd – Wednesday
(Reserved for MSUB Dual/University Connection Students ONLY)

1:00-4:15pm

1:00-4:15pm
May 16th – Friday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 1:00-4:15pm
May 29th – Thursday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 8:30-11:45am
June 12th – Thursday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 1:00-4:15pm
June 24th – Tuesday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 8:30-11:45am
July 9th – Wednesday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 1:00-4:15pm
July 22nd – Tuesday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 1:00-4:15pm
Aug. 1st – Friday 8:30-11:45am (or)
1:00-4:15pm		 8:30-11:45am

2025 Orientation Schedule Available March 1st

MSUB offers tailored sessions designed for you and your familiy to learn about MSUB services and opportunities that will help you find your fit as a new Yellowjacket. Sessions for Adult Learners, Athletes, Parents, Veterans Benefits, Campus Programs and others are tailored just for you!

 

Register for
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RSVP NOW for a Fall Registration Session

Students with a completed application for admission who have submitted high school transcripts will RSVP for a Fall Registration Session. Students will leave with a fall schedule in hand, an MSUB student ID and support with Financial Aid, scholarships, housing reservations and more!

New Student Orientation

RSVP NOW!
Monday, July 14-15, 2025

Join us for an impactful, fun and engaging overnight experience as part of MSUB Orientation.  The opportunity to stay in the residence halls with other new MSUB students is a great time to get acclimated to the on campus experience while having the opportunity to meet other students and begin to form your college friendships.

Fall Kickoff Event

Save the Date:
Tuesday, Sept., 3rd, 2025

The Fall Kickoff provides you the opportunity to meet your professors, staff, and fellow new students. Wear your event tee and easily identify other students who attend your college! The Kickoff is full of free giveaways, food trucks, student clubs, and engaging activities hosted by MSUB professors and campus programs. 
*Be among the first 400 students to pre-register (online or at Orientation), and you'll have early access to score your Kickoff pack on move-in day (Sept. 1st), guaranteeing your VIP access (free food truck tickets, kickoff t-shirt, and more)!

Parent & Supporter Information

LEARN MORE!

Parent & Supporter sessions embedded in the Orientation programming provides opportunities and initiatives for parents and families, to appropriately engage in the academic, social, residential and co-curricular experience. MSUB strives to connect parents and families with the University, the community and each other.