MSU Friday FAQs

Yes! MSU Friday is structured as a "choose-your-own-adventure" schedule with lots of options, so you can select which sessions you would like to attend based on your area of interest. We don't assign groups, so you can either stick with a group of family and friends or divide and conquer — whichever helps you get the most out of your visit!

Each academic college will hold a presentation or information session at MSU Friday. These sessions will give you an overview of what the colleges have to offer through their majors, minors, and departments within the college, and you'll also have the opportunity to meet staff, faculty, and/or students from your academic college.

If you still have questions and would like to speak with a departmental advisor regarding a specific program of study, you can schedule an appointment separately from MSU Friday programming with our Campus Visit team.  

MSU Friday is from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm with sessions and tours throughout the day, including early campus tours from 7:30 am to 8:30 am.  You can check in at the info table in the Strand Union Building if you arrive after 9:00 am. There will be presentations and tours given up until the end of the program, with many of our most popular session offered multiple times throughout the day, so no need to worry if your arrival is delayed.  

Please register under the student’s name and email address for MSU Friday and include the number of family members and friends joining the student in the appropriate field in the registration form. 

During MSU Friday, there are various information sessions you can attend that are not offered during regular daily campus visits. During MSU Friday, you will have the chance to hear from each of our colleges, the Office of Student Success, Financial Aid, and more. Additionally, we host sample classes, student panels, facility tours, and the opportunity to speak with current students. MSU Friday is a large-scale preview day in which attendees can select the sessions they are most interested in to ensure you get the most out of your visit. Regular daily campus visits include a meeting with an admissions counselor, a campus tour, and a "Day in the Life of an MSU Bobcat" presentation. 

If you register for MSU Friday, there is no need to register for an individual visit. There are many opportunities to have one on one conversations with admissions counselors, leverage department drop-in hours, and navigate sessions offered throughout the day to maximize your visit to MSU.  

There are many things to do in Bozeman all year long. Popular activities include skiing or snowboarding at Bridger Bowl, shopping local businesses along Main St, or grabbing food at one of our many great restaurants. You can check out more things to do while in Bozeman at our visitors webpage.  

Yes, MSU Friday is a family affair! Students often bring along their parents, grandparents, siblings, and anyone who wants to check out MSU along with them.  

MSU Friday sessions take place across campus so that you can check out more of our facilities! We recommend a pair of good walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Be sure to check Bozeman's weather forecast before your visit to ensure you have the clothing needed for a comfortable walk around campus.  

On-campus lunch options for purchase include Bridger Grill (1st floor of Strand Union Building), Firehouse Subs (2nd floor of SUB), Chick-Fil-A (SUB), snacks in the bookstore, and several grab & go options located in NormAsbjornsonHall, the MSU Library, and the SUB.  

There is a sample MSU Friday schedule on the MSU Friday Sessions & Infopage and you will receive the full schedule when you arrive for check in.   

MSU Friday is meant for any type of prospective MSU student, whether you've already applied or not. There are sessions that go over pertinent information for both admitted students and students who have yet to apply. If you have any questions regarding the application process, our admissions counselors will be available at MSU Friday.