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MSU's research expenditures topped $288 million, an annual increase of 12%. It marks seven consecutive years of record-setting research growth. Explore
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Roosevelt will speak Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. for the annual Trout Lecture. Explore
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Montana State photos in national publication

The photos are featured in the 2025 edition of the "Almanac of Higher Education.

Erin Teichroew in a greenhouse holding tall blades of grass

Another successful year for research at MSU

The $288 million in expenditures is an increase of roughly 12% over last year.

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Montana Free Press Fest to be held at MSU

A man wearing jeans, a flannel shirt and a tan-colored blazer stands outside in front of grasses and a hillside.

@Montana State with Theodore Roosevelt IV

Events

MSU Library’s 2025 Trout Lecture

7:00pm - 9:00pm Museum of the Rockies
Hager Auditorium

Fall Orser Executive Speakers Forum: Bill Hilf 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Murder on Montana's Hi Line with Clem Pellett 5:30pm

OLLI at MSU Friday Forum 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Bobcat FB vs USD 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Impact.

You can make a real difference in the lives of students.

Our university's continued excellence is reliant on the generosity of alumni, friends, parents, faculty and staff. Every gift, no matter the size, helps Montana State fulfill its land grant mission and provides unparalleled educational opportunities for future generations.

Consider contributing to the President’s Excellence Fund that supports undergraduate research, academic competitions and in service-learning projects, or to another worthy program.

It is our goal that all students reach their highest potential.

Yes, I want to support MSU!

Snapshot

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More than 100 area trails |

The 47th annual American Indian Council Powwow at Montana State. |

$120 million in average annual research expenditures |

Aerial shot of campus. |

Montana State’s 2023 Spring Rodeo in the Brick Breeden Fieldhouse. |

Bozeman has more than 60 miles of bike trails & lanes |

National Agriculture Week. |

MSU offers more than 250 academic options |

Montana State no. 1 in the region for Goldwater Scholars |

Montana State Commencement Ceremony Spring 2023. |

250+ study abroad programs in 60 countries are available to MSU students |

Spirit the bobcat during the first snow of the winter season |