The Dean of Students Office's Mission
Offer dependable services for our campus while empowering students to advocate for themselves in the context of advancing appropriate academic and community expectations. Our programs may offer support during times of conflict, facilitate healing during times of crisis, and provide educational opportunities during times of development.
I invite you to stop into our office in SUB 174, say hello, and get to know the support we can offer you.
Sincerely,
– Matt Caires, Dean of Students

Programs

Bobcat Parent & Family Program
By virtue of having a student at MSU, all parents are members of our Bobcat Parent and Family Program, which aims to support parents and families as their students navigate MSU. We provide programs and activities, develop resources, and communicate with university administration.

University Withdrawls
MSU is committed to the health, safety, and well-being of all our students. We understand that occassionally circumstances might arise that limit a student's ability to function successfully on campus. In such circumstances, students may be eligible for a leave of absence or retroactive withdrawal.

Safety Questionnaire
Persons applying for admission to Montana State University or returning to the university following a break in attendance are required to disclose whether they have any felony convictions, suspensions, or other related charges. An affirmative response to one or more of these questions generates a requirement for further review by the Committee.
Privacy Policy
In compliance with federal and state law, Montana State University is not authorized to release any student information to third parties, including parents and family members. Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), the privacy of all educational records, in any medium, maintained by MSU, is protected. For more information, please see the Registrar's page on FERPA Overview.
Additionally, Montana state law requires protection of student privacy, which provides further restrictions on our ability to release any student information to parents. For more information, please see Montana state law on student privacy.