 Montana State University
With the Rocky Mountains and Yellowstone National Park at your doorstep, it’s natural to assume that Montana State University is just another college with a beautiful view. But Montana State offers more than its postcard perfect setting. The university offers high-quality liberal arts and sciences education, the largest research center in the state, creative partnerships with businesses and a vibrant international student population.
Although students are drawn to the demanding academic programs at Montana State, the area’s beautiful scenery and outdoor adventures are definitely an attraction for out-of-country students. Downhill skiing in winter and mountain biking in summer are high on the list. For those who love to fly fish, trout fishing is less than an hour away and, if that’s not enough to whet your adventure appetite, there also is canoeing, kayaking, rafting, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and wildlife viewing. The school’s Outdoor Recreation Center rents equipment to students for all of these activities and organizes trips to nearby Yellowstone, Glacier and Grand Teton National Parks
 Montana State University takes pride in its international student body. Celebrating a 20-year history, the International Street Food Bazaar gives international students an opportunity to share the culture, music and traditional foods of their native countries with the 3,000 people who attend annually. World Week follows the bazaar each year with lectures on international topics such as “Bozeman to Brasilia and Beyond,” international music and dance. The Bozeman Friends of International Students matches residents of Bozeman with international students throughout the year for sightseeing, attending cultural or sporting events or celebrating holidays.
Housing
There are 10 residence halls on campus many with mountain views, weight rooms and computer labs. Some offer apartment-style suites that are self-catering or the opportunity to live with students who have common interests such as community involvement or wellness. The International Quads pair international students with American roommates and have a homey atmosphere with kitchens and lounges complete with fireplaces.
Courses
Engineering, physical sciences, accounting and architecture are some of its strongest academic programs. The school also has first-class agriculture and natural resources programs with access to Montana Agricultural Experiment Station and other research centers. More than half of the school’s students hail from Montana; the remaining are from the other 50 U.S. States and 62 foreign countries.
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