FALL SEMESTER

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Fall 2009 Orientation

Spring Semester 2010

Student Services and Activities

Residence Life

U-Card

Applying for Financial Aid

The Cost of Your Education

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Fall Semester 2009Residence Halls Open ...............................................................................Sunday, September 6

Labor Day – OFFICES CLOSED .......................................................................Monday, September 7

Classes Begin .....................................................................................Wednesday, September 9

Late Registration Fee Applies ($40.00) ........................................................... Friday, September 11

STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED FEE PAYMENT OR SIGNED A FEE STATEMENT BEFORE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 WILL BE DISENROLLED FROM CLASSES AND REQUIRED TO RE-REGISTER

Last Day for Registering/Adding Classes ................................................... Thursday, September 17

Last Day for Withdrawing/Dropping Classes with a Partial Refund ..............Tuesday, September 29

Columbus Day – CLASSES IN SESSION – OFFICES OPEN (Exchanged for Friday, November 27) ...............................................................Monday, October 12

Last Day to Drop Classes Without Penalty of Failing (No Refund) .....................Tuesday, October 27

Registration for 2010 Spring Semester Begins ................................................Monday, November 2

Veterans’ Day (Observed) – NO CLASSES – OFFICES CLOSED ...............Wednesday, November 11

Last Day to Drop a Class with Approval of Advisor and Course Instructor ....Tuesday, November 24

Thanksgiving Holiday – NO CLASSES ..........Wednesday, November 25 thru Sunday, November 29

Final Exam Week ............................................ Monday, December 14 thru Thursday, December 17

Semester Ends ............................................................................................ Thursday, December 17

Residence Halls Close ........................................................................12 noon, Friday, December 18

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FALL 2009 ORIENTATION

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Please complete the registration form found in the back of this guide.

New Student OrientationOvernight Orientation and Registration DaysFor students who will be living on campus, are interested in or would like more information on living in the residence halls, choose one of these Orientations. In addition to registering for classes and touring the campus on day two, you will meet and connect with other new students, stay overnight in the residence halls to experience living on campus, and participate in student life activities.

June 8-9 • July 23-24

Orientation and Registration DaysJune 9 • June 26July 24 • July 31 August 10

Parents and family members are encouraged to attend. Please indicate on the registration form if a family member will be attending with you.

Transfer Student OrientationAttend Orientation on these dates to meet other new students, meet with an academic advisor, register for classes, learn about services available to MSUB students, and tour the campus.

May 22 • June 22Transfer students may also schedule an individual advising and orientation session. Please call us at 406-657-2888 to arrange your individual visit.

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Adult Learner OrientationHave you taken a break from school for a few years? We invite you to attend one of the following evening orientation sessions or schedule an individual advising and orientation session. Please call us at 406-657-2888 to arrange your individual visit.

June 18 (3:00 - 7:00 PM)August 5 (3:00 - 7:00 PM)Additionally, we encourage you to attend Return to Learn on September 3-4, 2009. Please call 406-657-2162 to sign up for Return to Learn!

New Student DayPlan to attend New Student Day on September 8, 2009! On this day, workshops will be available to assist you with your transition to campus and answer any questions you may have. Take advantage of the numerous ways to connect with other new students and your university!

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Spring Semester 2010Residence Halls Open ......................................................................................................................... Monday, January 11

Classes Begin ................................................................................................................................ Wednesday, January 13

Late Registration Fee Applies ($40.00) ..........................................................................................................Friday, January 15

STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT COMPLETED FEE PAYMENT OR SIGNED A FEE STATEMENT BEFORE FRIDAY, JANUARY 15 WILL BE DISENROLLED FROM CLASSES AND REQUIRED TO RE-REGISTER

Martin Luther King Day – NO CLASSES – OFFICES CLOSED ...................................................................... Monday, January 18

Last Day for Registering/Adding Classes .......................................................................................................Friday, January 22

Last Day for Withdrawing/Dropping Classes with a Partial Refund ........................................................Wednesday, February 3

Presidents’ Day – NO CLASSES – OFFICES CLOSED ................................................................................. Monday, February 15

Registration for 2010 Summer Session Begins ......................................................................................... Monday, February 22

Spring Break – NO CLASSES ................................................................................ Saturday, February 27 thru Sunday, March 7

Last Day to Drop Classes Without Penalty of Failing (No Refund) ............................................................... Thursday, March 11

Registration for 2010 Fall Semester Begins ..................................................................................................Monday, March 15

Spring Mini Break – NO CLASSES ................................................................................... Thursday, April 1 thru Sunday, April 4

Last Day to Drop a Class with Approval of Advisor and Course Instructor ....................................................... Thursday, April 8

University Day – NO CLASSES – OFFICES OPEN ................................................................................................ Friday, April 23

Final Exam Week ........................................................................................................Monday, April 26 thru Thursday, April 29

Semester Ends ............................................................................................................................................... Thursday, April 29

Residence Halls Close .......................................................................................................................... 12 noon, Friday, April 30

Commencement ................................................................................................................................................Saturday, May 1

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New Student DayPlan to attend New Student Day on January 12, 2010!On this day, workshops will be available to assist you with your transition to campus and answer any questions you may have. Take advantage of the numerous ways to connect with other new students and your university! Contact New Student Services at 406-657-2888 to sign up.

Adult LearnersHave you taken a break from school for a few years? In addition to attending New Student Day, we encourage you to attend Return to Learn on January 7-8, 2010. Please call 406-657-2162 to sign up for Return to Learn!

attend new student day for Spring 2010Schedule an individual advising session to register for classes. Please Contact the Advising Center at 406-657-2240 to schedule an appointment with an academic advisor.

Online Learner OrientationAre you earning your degree completely online? We understand that it may not be possible for you to come to campus. To register for classes, contact the Advising Center and schedule a phone or online appointment. In addition, please visit MSU Billings Online University at www.msubillings.edu/msubonline for new student information. Online Learner Orientation will be offered for both Fall and Spring students.

STUDENT SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES

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your success is our most important goalServices at MSU Billings will help you succeed…•AcademicSupportCenter

•AdmissionsandRecords

•AdvisingCenter

•AlumniAssociation

•ASMSUBillings

•CampusPoliceandParking

•CareerServices

•CommunityInvolvement

•DiningServices

•DisabilitySupportServices

•FinancialAidandScholarships

•FitnessCenter

•GameRoom

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•GraduateStudiesandResearch

•HealthServices

•InformationTechnology

•InternationalStudies

•JacketsandCompanyBookstores

•Library

•MSUBillingsFoundation

•RecreationalActivities

•ResidenceLife

•StudentOpportunityServices

•StudentUnionandActivities

•U-CardOffice

•Veterans’Affairs

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participate in a wide array of opportunities, discover what you are all about, and make a difference…•BandandChoralEnsembles

•CampusConcertsandEvents

•CommunityVolunteerExperiences

•HonorsProgram

•IntramuralSportsand Recreational Activities

•OnCampusEmploymentOpportunities

•StudentClubsandOrganizations

•StudentGovernment

•StudentRepresentativeson Campus Boards and Committees

•StudentWellnessPrograms

•StudyAbroadand Exchange Programs

•TheatreProductions

•TutoringandMentoring

•YellowjacketAthletics

For more information go to www.msubillings.edu/getinvolved

Fall Semester 2009

Halls Open: Sunday, September 6, 9:00 am

Halls Close: Friday, December 18, 12:00 noon

Spring Semester 2010

Halls Open: Monday, January 11, 9:00 am

Halls Close: Friday, April 30, 12:00 noon

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RESIDENCE LIFE

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enhance your college experience… live on campus!

We are very excited you have chosen to attend MSU Billings, and we strongly encourage all students to consider living on campus, even if you are from the local area!

•Studentswholiveoncampusaremorelikelytobesuccessfulintheclassroom.

•Itiseasiertogetinvolvedincampuslifeandmeetpeople.

•Therearemoreopportunitiesandaccesstosocialandeducationalprograms.

•Youhaveeasyaccesstothecafeteria,FitnessCenterandgym,StudentUnion, Academic Support Center, and more.

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The advantages of living in the residence halls: Convenience, Comfort, and Community

•Studentservices,activitiesandprograms

•Sinkineachroom

•Internetaccessineveryroom

•24-hourcomputerlabswithinternetineachhall**

•Phonejacksineachroom*

•Freelaundryfacilities

•Kitchenetteandmicrowaveoneachfloor

•Freecablehookups,offeringover50channels,ineach residence hall room

•TelevisionwithcableTVineachfloorlounge

•Beverageandsnackvendingmachines

•Mailserviceineachresidencehall

•Residentassistantsoneachfloor

•Hallsareavailableoverholidaysandbreaks

*Phoneservicewillrequirea$100phonedepositforthe$300voice over phone that is required with our plan. Phone service may cost the student $100 per semester and $100 for the entire summer.

**Labisopenaslongasthefrontdeskisopen.

Hall and Floor RequestsAll rooms and lounges in Petro and Rimrock Halls are equipped with the same furnishings; they provide the same services and they are bothdirectlyadjacenttotheMontanaStateUniversityBillingsStudent Union Building. Several different living options are available byfloor.Thepossibilitiesincludethefollowing:

Petro Hall3rd Coed Floor

Single rooms4th Coed Floor

Single rooms5th Women’s Floor

Double rooms6th Coed Floor

Double rooms7th Coed Floor

Double rooms8th Coed Floor

Double rooms

Rimrock Hall*3rd Coed Floor

Single rooms4th Coed Floor

Single rooms5th Coed Floor

Single rooms6th Coed Floor

Single rooms

Priority singles in Rimrock given to sophomore students and above.

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Room AssignmentsOn the Housing Application, you will be asked to indicate your preferences for the kind of roommate you would like tolivewith,thetypeofflooryouwouldliketoliveonandthe hall that you prefer.

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Roommate Preference Requests Please complete the enclosed Housing Application to reserve your roomoncampus.Youmayrequestaspecificroommateoryoumaycomplete the room selection preferences section to be matched with aroommate.Specificroommaterequestsmustbemutualandmustbe made prior to July 1 in order to be honored.

Room assignments will be available to all residents beginning in mid July. Room assignment status and changes may be checked online at www.msubillings.edu. Click on Student Log-In, enter secure area, choose term and then Residence Life.

Due to the many changes that may occur related to room assignments,theOfficeofHousingandResidentialLifereservestheright to make changes in room assignments based on resident preferences, space demands, and program needs.

Room FurnishingsRoomsinPetroandRimrockHallsareapproximately14’x11’insize.Each room contains:

•twoclosets•twodesks•asink•curtains•twobeds•twochairs•freecableTVhookups•internetaccess

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Room CostsDouble room: $1,490/semester

Single room: $1,885/semester

Res Net Fee: $75/semester*Fees have not been approved by the Board of Regents and are subject to change.

Residence Hall Information Technology/Internet Fee is assessed to all students living on campus.

Residents who live in the halls for at least one semester, are enrolled in 12 credits or more, and maintain a 3.75 cumulative grade point average are eligible to receive a single room for the price of a double as an incentive for academic achievement.

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Meal Plan CostsAll students living on campus are required to purchase a meal plan each semester. Students can select from one of the four meal plan choices listed at right. The dining dollars can be used for coffee and other grab and go items. All meals in Rimrock Café are set up as all-you-care-to-eat and allow students to select from a variety of food options. Please note that meals must be used within each week. Dining dollars will carry from Fall semester to Spring, but will need to be used by the end of the Spring semester.

COTstudentsthatliveintheresidencehallscanutilizetheir board meals for lunch at the COT. Although it is not an all-you-care-to-eat option, students can select

from a variety of meal options during the lunch hourandutilizetheirmealplanratherthanpayingcash or using dining dollars.

Gold Plan$1,165 – 19 meals/wk with $50 dining dollars

Silver Plan$1,110 – 14 meals/wk with $75 dining dollars

Bronze Plan$1,095 – 11 meals/wk with $125 dining dollars

Copper Plan$1,030 – 9 meals/wk with $150 dining dollars

*Fees have not been approved by the Board of Regents and are subject to change.

Comparisons to Off Campus Housing in BillingsAs students consider on campus living, we encourage them to look closely at what their costs might be to live off campus. A brief overview of these cost comparisons includes:

Cost for On Campus Living:Double Room ......... $1,490/semester (4 months)Resnet ........................................................... $75

TOTAL ......................................... $391.25/month

The room rates include free laundry, free cable TV, 24-hour computer room access (as long as the front desk is open), internet access in each room, and 24-hour security camera with security on call.

Cost Estimates for Off Campus Living (1 and 2 bedroom apartments and houses):

Rent ....................................$375 - 750 per monthSecurity Deposit ................................$150 - $350Phone Hook-up ......................................$25 - $65Utility Deposit ...................................... $150 plusPhone Bill ......................................$40 per monthUtilities ...............................$75 - $150 per monthLaundry .........................................$30 per monthTravel to Campus ..........................$50 per monthCable TV ........................................$60 per monthHigh Speed Internet .......................$60 per month

TOTAL ................................ $690 - $1,140/month

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GET A PLANOn Campus Living RequirementAll students with fewer than 30 total credit hours are required to live in the residence halls. The following students are automatically exempt from this requirement:

• Studentswhoresidewiththeir parents

•Studentsover21yearsofage

•Studentsresidingwithamember of their immediate family (grandparents, brothers, sisters)

•Marriedstudents

•Singleparents

•Studentsregisteringforelevenor fewer credit hours

All requests for exemption must bemadetotheOfficeofHousingand Residential Life. Please contacttheHousingOffice, SUB 221, by calling 657-2333 or online at www.msubillings.edu/reslife if you need an exemption form.

SUPPORTINGDOCUMENTATIONISREQUIREDALONGWITHTHEEXEMPTION FORM FOR THE FOLLOWING:

1. Students who have a particular hardship including a physical or mental condition which would preclude the possibility of living in a residence hall.

2. Students who have other extenuating circumstances that compel an exception.

Note: COT students are not required to live on campus, but are eligible and strongly encouraged to do so.

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U-CARD

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The U-Card is your identification, meal plan card, and a convenient debit card for campus purchases.TheBusinessOperationsoffice(SUB223)willissueyour U-Card. They will encode the magnetic strip on the back of your ID, and your U-Card will then be ready to use. All students may deposit money in their U-Card account; additional deposits may be made at anytime during the semester. Your U-Card deposit may be included on your bill at the beginning of the semester and may be included in your installment payments if you would like.

Your U-Card is your responsibility. In the event it is lost or stolen, you are liable for any charges until the Business Operations Office is notified.

Your U-Card account may be closed at the end of a semester by completing a withdrawal request at the Business Operations Office, (SUB 223). A refund will be mailed to you less any financial obligation to the University.

An account with no activity for one full year will be closed.

For more information regarding the U-Card, stop by the Office of Business Operations, Student Union Building Room 223 or call 406-657-2023.

www.msubillings.edu/ucard

Your U-Card can be used at the following locations:UNivERSiTY CAMPUS:Rimrock Cafe (SUB)

Stingers Coffee Shop (SUB)

LA Express

Library

Copy Machines

Jackets & Company Bookstore

Transcripts

GraduationFees

HealthServiceImmunizations

Parking Permits and Fines

Vending Machines

COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY:Book Store

Cafeteria

Cashier

Tool Room

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Student Health insuranceStudents enrolled in seven or more credits are required to have some form of health insurance. A student health insurance policy is available to MSU Billings students. Before registering, students will be asked to elect or waive the student health insurance. All students are eligible for health insurance if enrolled for 4 or more credits. The waiver or election process must be completed by the 15th class day of fall and spring semesters. The premiums are paid on a semester basis along with tuition and fees. Those students taking the insurance for spring semester will also be covered during the summer semester, even if they are not enrolled in summer classes. Complete information about the Student Health Insurance program provided by The Montana University Insurance Consortium is available at www.university.bcbsmt.com

Please note: All students are eligible to use Student Health Services, whether or not they enroll in the student insurance program.

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Apply for Admission to MSU Billings.

Apply for a PIN #. This will be your electronic signature when you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. Your parent will also need a PIN # if his or her information is required ontheFAFSA.Gotowww.fafsa.ed.gov to apply for a pin and to complete the FAFSA.

Complete the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. March 1 is the prioritydate.CalltheFinancialAidOfficeat657-2188ifyouneedassistance. The MSUB Title IV school code is 002530.

When your FAFSA has been processed you will receive an e-mail notificationfromthefederalprocessordirectingyoutoasecurelinktoprint your Student Aid Report (SAR). Be sure to read it carefully and follow all instructions. This is your record of application, so keep the SARinyourfinancialaidinformationfile.Beawarethatthise-mailoftengoestojunkmail.Ifyoufileelectronically,youshouldhearfromthe processor within two weeks of submitting a complete FAFSA. If you do not receive your SAR, or if you have other questions, contact the FAFSA processor at 1-800-433-3243 or visit their web site at www.studentaid.ed.gov.

TheFinancialAidOfficewillcontactyouifadditionalinformationisrequired to complete your award. You will receive a post card and an e-maildirectingyoutoyoursecurelinktofinancialaidcommunicationontheMSUBwebsite.FeelfreetocontacttheFinancialAidOfficeat657-2188 if you have not heard from us in a timely manner.

SubmitrequesteddocumentationtotheFinancialAidOfficeasquicklyas possible. Delays in responding can lead to a late award offer and can limit the type of federal aid for which you may be eligible.

Financial Aid award offers are available online through your student secure area. You will receive an e-mail and a post card when your award offer is ready for you to accept/decline. Students who do not have a valid e-mail address will receive a paper award letter. Carefully read all instructions and reply to your award within 30 days.

If you accept a Stafford Loan, you are required to complete the online loan counseling before the loan funds will be disbursed to your student account. First-time Stafford Loan borrowers at MSUB are required to complete a Master Promissory Note. Both are available at: www.msubillings.edu/finaid/Loans.htm.

NotifytheFinancialAidOfficeofanychangesinenrollmentormajor. IfyoureceiveoutsidescholarshipsorbenefitssuchasVocationalRehabilitation,Veterans’Benefits,JTPA,oranyotherfundingtohelpmeet your educational expenses, you must notify the Financial Aid Officeasthismaycausearevisionofyouraward.

YoumustconfirmyourregistrationandcompletethefeepaymentprocessbycontactingtheBusinessOfficeevenifyourschoolcostsarecoveredbyfinancialaidoroutsidesources.

APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID

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THE COST OFYOUR EDUCATION

T U I T I O N A N D F E E SESTI M AT E

This worksheet will help you compute expenses per semester; it is only an estimate and does not take the place of your bill. Please use the worksheet below as a guide to help you estimate the cost of education.

As of publication of this guide, the Tuition and Fees for the 2009-2010 academic year have not been determined. We have provided the following information for you as a guide to help you estimate your expenses. The fees listed below are an estimate of the expenses you will need to consider when financingyoureducation.ThetuitionandfeeshavenotbeenapprovedbytheBoardofRegentsandaresubjecttochange.WhenyouattendNewStudentOrientation,wewillprovideyouwithanupdatedtuition and fee schedule. We will also update our web page as tuition and fees are approved.

Tuition Estimates Per Semester (these are 08-09 rates increases pending Board of Regents approval)

Senior Campus Resident WUE Non-Resident COT Campus Resident WUE Non-Resident

12-18 credits $2,586 $3,636 $7,043 12-18 credits $1,815 $2,486 $3,535

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1. Tuition and Fees (# of credits)

2. Housing (Optional – see page 8)

3. Resident Meal Plan (see page 8)

4. U-Card (Optional – see page 9)

5. Insurance (Optional – see page 10)

6. Parking (Optional – see page 12)

7. New Student Services Fee $75 $0

8. ID Card $15 $0

9. Installment Charge ($30)

10. Total Expenses

11. Less Any Financial Aid and Scholarships (Consult your Financial Aid Award Offer)

12. Amount Due

If On Installment Plan:

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Books and Supplies: Please note that books and supplies were not included in the worksheet figures.Pleaseplanaccordinglyforthiscostatthebeginningofthesemester.Expensesforbooksandmiscellaneous supplies average $500 per semester.

You must make a payment or payment arrangements with the Business Office in order to keep your course registration.

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Miscellaneous FeesParking: Parking permits are required for those students parking on the University and COT campus.

Annual Permit (One Entire Year) – $75

Academic Permit (Fall and Spring) – $70

Semester Permit (Fall or Spring only) – $40

Evening Permit (evenings only) – $30

Motorcycle Permit – $12

Summer – $22

New Student Services Fee: Applies only to new students – $75 for transfer and freshmen.

iD Card:$15forthefirstcard.Cardsaremeanttolast 5 years. $15 thereafter to replace a lost or stolen ID card.

Extra Class Fees: This may include special charges for classes such as lab fees, some activity courses, online courses, and some special courses. ContacttheBusinessOfficefordetails.

installment Payments: Students have the option of paying their balance due in four installments. The charge for this service is $30. A $15 charge is assessed for each late payment.

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Fee Payment You will receive a bill prior to each semester. This statementreflectsthecurrentchargesonyouraccountbased on the information we have at that time (it may notincludeparking,additionalfees,orfinancialaid).

AllstudentsmustcontacttheBusinessOfficebytheendofthefirstweekofclassestomakepaymentarrangements. NOTE: You may also view your student account through the secure student log-in on the MSUB website.

Three ways to pay your tuition bill: 1. By Mail

2. in Person

3. Online

view your student account online through the secure student log-in on the MSU Billings website:

www.msubillings.edu

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