Welcome to the Yellowjacket Family!

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


Step 1: . These are reserved for first-time freshman and adult learners, providing you specialized guidance from our Offices of 麻豆官网首页入口免费 and advising. 

Live too far from Billings, or can鈥檛 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  
City College campus: Call (406) 247-3019 or email  

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

Registration Schedule
Registration Session Dates: University Campus Time/s City College Time

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

1:00-4:15pm

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


Step 2: : 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

2025 Orientation Schedule:

MSUB offers personalized sessions for you and your family to explore the services and opportunities that will help you find your perfect fit as a new Yellowjacket. Whether you're an adult learner, athlete, parent, veteran, or interested in campus programs, we have tailored sessions designed just for you!

馃搮 July 14-15, 2025

Day 1: Monday, July 14

Morning

鉁� 8:30 - 9:30 AM | EventCheck-In & Residential Hall Room Check-in
馃帐 9:35 - 9:50 AM | Welcome to MSUB!
馃 9:50 - 10:00 AM | Meet Your Orientation Leaders & Icebreaker
馃殞 10:00 - 10:25 AM | Travel to City College via Tour Bus!
馃彨 10:25 - 12:00 PM | City College Experience
馃弥锔� 10:00 - 12:30 PM | University Campus Experience

Afternoon

馃嵔锔� 12:30 - 1:30 PM | Complementary Lunch at University Campus
馃帗 1:30 - 3:20 PM | Specialized Breakout Sessions
(For new freshman, adult learners, student parents, transfer students and more!)
馃懆鈥嶐煈┾赌嶐煈� 2:30 - 5:00 PM | Parent & Supporter Sessions
馃帀 5:00 - 7:00 PM | Parent & Supporter Mixer 鈥� Hosted by the MSUB Foundation via Golf Cart Shuttle
馃嵔锔� 5:30 - 6:30 PM | Complementary Student Dinner
馃宠 6:30 鈥� 10:00 PM | Evening Programming & Late Night @ Stingers

Day 2: Tuesday, July 15

馃弮鈥嶁檪锔� 8:00 AM | MSUB Mile Morning Walk (Optional)
馃嵆 8:15 - 9:30 AM | Student Breakfast with Faculty & Academic Leaders
鈽� 8:15 - 9:30 AM | Parent & Supporters Breakfast with MSUB Leadership
馃帗 9:40 - 10:30 AM | Final Breakout Session
馃尦 10:40 - 11:30 AM | Navigating the Hive Event
馃弳 11:35 - 11:45 AM | Closing Ceremony & Scholarship Drawing 鈥� Petro Theatre
馃帧 12:00 PM | Optional | MSUB Staff will be available following closing ceremonies to help you finalize your new student checklist! Our team can help with your FAFSA application, housing application/room selections, and more!  

 

Register for
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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


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.