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The deep gratitude to all the educational community for their commitment to assist our students and to provide them with an education of excellence through all the considerable efforts that they all truly invested. The pedagogical life on campus will be also marked this year by the implementation of different actions in alliance with the actualization of the school project. The Canteen at the College is offering to all students from Grade 1 up to the senior classes hot meals healthily prepared for lunch. Those who wish to register their kids for this service are kindly requested to contact the accounting office. On the other hand, the College will continue to offer to its preschool students the usual lunch service. Multimedia projectors are now in use by the teachers for the improvement of the pedagogical service. MIC emphasizes the student-centered approach in its education provided by a multi-disciplinarian faculty and staff, in addition to a large variety of co-educational programs. Students are led all the way to examine their targeted goals, their unrevealed abilities, and their ultimate options towards a promising future. The warm and caring atmosphere at MIC inspires every student to bloom to his full potential. Lebanese and American programs from Nursery to Grade 12 are genuinely designed, applied, and evaluated. In parallel with the academic programs, aesthetic programs related to fine arts and performing arts are applied to target living values and communication skills. A computer lab, a science and technology lab, a library, an art room, multimedia rooms equipped with interactive whiteboards, indoor and outdoor physical education spaces, school transportation service, cafeteria, are established along with the highest standards of security to assure an efficient learning journey in a pleasant and nurturing environment. Away from the city crowd and pollution, 200 meters above the sea level in the heart of Lebanon’s North Metn, on a 25 000 sqm campus, Montana International College was established in 2000. Montana International College, a Lebanese private secular school, welcomes students from different backgrounds and various nationalities from around the world in its French and English sections, where they are comfortably integrated and taught in Peace, Harmony and Tolerance. View full school

Montana Academy is a therapeutic boarding school for struggling teenagers. At its founding in 1997, it was unique in the nation. For it combined well-trained clinicians, an effective therapeutic program, and a challenging prep school, all situated on a remote Montana ranch. In the years after its opening, the Academy fulfilled its promise to become a remarkable combination of clinical sophistication, staged incentives, and ambitious academics. Emancipated from intrusive insurance companies and the mediocrity of “managed care,” its staff has been free to do its best work. Removed from the distractions of mass culture, shielded from ubiquitous illicit drugs, unplugged from the matrix of modern media, and protected by adults, MA students have been free to join with staff in a collaborative culture that is dedicated to a restoration of progress in adolescent maturation. At the Academy, we take a distinctive psychiatric approach to adolescent troubles. We recognize that many presenting symptoms and misbehaviors—at school, at home, and among social peers—result from a relative immaturity. For this reason, instead of limiting treatment to symptom relief (pills or brief therapies), we pursue a two-step diagnosis and dual treatment: (a) to identify and then to remove, insofar as possible, the obstacles to psychological development and (b) to prod students to achieve new psychological milestones and so to restore the momentum of normal maturation. These twin developmental goals require a coordinated and sustained effort, not a quick fix. Montana Academy’s clinical, academic and program structures have been designed from this understanding and promote this goal–to help struggling students to move on to academic and interpersonal successes, which follow from a restoration of normal adolescent maturity. The Academy’s preeminence as a therapeutic boarding school is built around this premise–and founded upon the following structural elements: The Academy’s founders and directors are all working clinicians, who provide the Academy’s senior leadership. One co-CEO is a psychiatrist (John McKinnon, MD), the other (John Santa, Ph.D.) a clinical psychologist the Academy’s Director of Education (Carol Santa, Ph.D.) is an educational psychologist the Director of Admissions (Rosemary McKinnon, MSW) is a clinical social worker. These leaders bring to the ranch more than 175 years of cumulative clinical experience. A well-trained staff can base clinical and academic decision-making upon a sophisticated psychological understanding of each student. Ranch staff includes two board-certified psychiatrists five PhD-level psychologists five MSW or MA-level therapists two certified recreational therapists a certified Ph.D.- and seven certified MA-level teachers. On-site psychiatric consultation permit students to continue or start new indicated psychotropic medications. Both on-site psychiatrists provide informal monitoring. The Medical Director’s regularly scheduled appointments with students provide competent, attentive medication management, and provide a collaborative basis (involving students and parents) in decisions to reduce or discontinue psychopharmacology. The regular individual, group, and family therapies, conducted by trained, experienced clinical staff, are integrated into each student’s weekly life. A staged sequence of developmental incentives prods an immature teenager to make up lost developmental ground and replace an immature, flawed approach to the challenges of adolescence. An accredited prep school offers demanding academics integrated with program incentives and guided by clinical understanding. All the school’s academic courses are taught by skilled, affectionate teachers in the context of personal relationships, to produce an academic maturity that prepares MA graduates to perform well in competitive high schools and colleges. An intensive family program involves parents in a sequenced clinical and program collaboration with MA staff so that sons and daughters can restore close relationships with parents and recover the loving rapport of worried siblings and extended family. MA’s innovative relationship-based addictions prevention program for substance abuse and other compulsive preoccupations (e.g., computer games, gambling) that disrupt human relationships is clinically tailored to adolescents, i.e., it is not merely a clunky adaptation of traditional adult programs. Instructive lectures are meant for all students, and advanced seminar groups are scaled in intensity and prescribed by a student’s history and risk of adult addiction. Not least, the Academy’s Sky House program–for older, advanced students–reduces post-graduate regression and prepares grads for college View full school

Founded in 1893, Montana Western is an institution committed to teaching, learning, and student success. To further that commitment, our faculty and staff designed Experience One, an educational program unique in public higher education. Students here take one course at a time, allowing them not only to focus on a single area of exploration but to engage in real-world, hands-on learning. Our award-winning faculty members focus on one group of students at a time, frequently including learning experiences in the community, places of business, national parks, fields, and streams. Our dedicated staff members ensure that Montana Western students receive guidance and support from day one. The results, more than a decade after Experience One was created, are extraordinary. Students at Montana Western finish what they start. We lead the state in enrollment growth, percentage of courses completed, number of degrees, even the average credit load that students take. All of this adds up to fewer wasted hours, fewer wasted dollars, and more significant learning. Our graduates are highly competitive, whether entering the job market or pursuing graduate studies. All of this takes place in a unique environment, the charming and lively town of Dillon, which is surrounded by the beautiful mountain ranges and valleys of southwest Montana and on the Greater Yellowstone ecosystem's western edge. The University of Montana Western differentiates itself and achieves academic excellence by sustaining a culture of concentrated experiential education. The University of Montana Western transforms students and its greater community through experiential teaching and civic, environmental, and multicultural engagement. Students learn by engaging in the authentic practices of a discipline under the expert guidance of faculty members. Student success is maximized by providing the means for each student to identify and achieve their educational goals. The University of Montana Western is the only public University in the country that operates on block scheduling. We call this unique program, Experience One. Between our wide array of academic programs and affordable tuition, Montana Western is one of the West's top universities. The Montana Western Office of Admissions is here to assist you through the admissions process. Please contact us, and we would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Montana Western and Experience One has changed many students' lives, and it could change yours too. While the primary responsibility for funding your education rests with you and your family, our financial aid program offers assistance and information on additional resources to help cover the cost of your education at the University of Montana Western. In and out of the classroom, our goal is to promote students' growth as individuals and their formal education. From our successful athletic programs to our impressive list of campus clubs and organizations, there is no shortage of engaging Montana Western activities. An enriching extracurricular life is crucial to a student's positive experience, and Montana Western is brimming with activities, organizations, student groups, clubs, and reliable support networks. We are here to help our students along their educational journeys. Academic advisors are here to help students succeed in their academic pursuits. Advisors provide guidance and assistance to students in understanding university policy and procedures, forming academic and career goals providing mentorship in developing decision-making skills, and providing encouragement in making the most of each student's academic life at Montana Western. Montana Western Career Services is a comprehensive resource for students as they transition from college to careers. Through Montana Western's experiential learning, students emerge from campus better prepared to enter the workforce. The Career Services Office at Western is a comprehensive resource for students as they transition from college to careers. Confidential counseling is available free to all students registered for a minimum of seven credits in a semester. Services provided for students include counseling for individuals, couples, families, group sessions, and community referrals. Montana Western works hard to accommodate all physical, psychological, and learning disabilities. No student should be excluded from participation in classes or extracurricular programs because of a disability. As a Montana Western student, you have access to one-on-one counseling sessions, campus based workshops, and education resources on managing your finances. These services' effort is to help you better manage your finances and ultimately graduate with as little debt as possible. Students are required to carry either their health insurance or enroll in the campus plan. Primary medical care for students is available through the Community Health Clinic, just off-campus. We have a campus wellness office that sponsors health fairs and yoga classes, dance, and cardiovascular training. The Library provides research tools and research assistance to support coursework. Comfortable spaces are available for quiet individual study and dynamic group work. Information Technology Services serves the University of Montana Western by providing centralized technology and enterprise services to support the University's mission. View full university

Nestled in the heart of western Montana's stunning natural landscape, the University of Montana is a place where top-tier students, educators, and researchers from across the country and around the globe come and thrive. UM is located in Missoula, Montana's second-largest city, with a population of 80,000 residents. The University draws a diverse population to Missoula and helps cultivate an educated, engaged, and vibrant community. More than 13,000 students attend UM and Missoula College. They receive a world-class education in a broad range of subjects, including trades, liberal arts, graduate and postdoctoral studies, and professional training. Read our 2015 Assessment reports. The main campus spans 56 acres at the base of Mount Sentinel along the Clark Fork River. It includes the park-like Oval at the center of campus, more than 60 architecturally unique buildings, and a 25,200-seat football stadium. UM's 180-acre South Campus offers student housing, a golf course, soccer fields, and an outdoor track facility. Missoula College occupies two sites in central and west Missoula. The University of Montana practices rolling admissions, which means that you can apply at any time. We are continuously evaluating admitted students on a space-available basis. The earlier you apply, the higher your priority for admissions and scholarship consideration. The application for undergraduate admission also serves as the application for UM entering student scholarships. The University of Montana offers a diverse array of academic programs, allowing students the flexibility to explore their interests and find a course of study that suits their unique strengths. The mission of the Graduate School is to prepare the next generation of scholars to engender new knowledge that contributes to the scientific, economic, and cultural needs of the state, the nation, and the global community. The Graduate School carries out its mission through student advocacy, promotion of diversity and inclusivity, promotion of research, and developing dynamic, synergistic paths for education. The academic experience at UM will challenge your mind and bring your dreams to life. Our diverse array of academic programs allows you the flexibility to explore your interests and find a course of study that suits your unique strengths. International Students and Scholars further the comprehensive internationalization strategy of the University of Montana and the Missoula community by providing services to more than 600 international students from over 70 countries. ISS advances the exchange of ideas and culture through advocacy, education, engagement, and service. We aim to set the standard for quality in student advising and help all our students succeed while at UM. Our mission is to assist you as you study at the University of Montana. Starting with admissions through graduation, we are committed to your academic and professional success. We welcome you as you join our vibrant community at the University of Montana and engage locally and nationally in the United States. Disability Services for Students ensures that the University of Montana programs are as accessible and usable by students with disabilities as they are for any student. We determine the student's eligibility to request reasonable modifications and coordinate modifications for those registered with our office. Disability Services serves currently enrolled in University of Montana students with disabilities. We also collaborate with UM faculty, staff, departments, and other campus units to ensure that all students with disabilities have equal access to UM educational opportunities. UM's Office of Research and Creative Scholarship supports research-driven student success. Through advocacy and advancement of basic and applied research, creative work, and academic scholarship, ORCS fosters an environment where research, scholarly activities, entrepreneurship, and economic development thrive and advance the educational and research mission of the University. Life on the University of Montana campus is anything but dull. Students have countless opportunities to interact with their peers and the greater Missoula community through hundreds of campus groups and organizations. And more than a dozen art galleries, theaters, and concert venues bring local and nationally touring art exhibits, musicians, comedians, and guest lecturers to campus. View full university

Originally chartered as The Montana State School of Mines, Montana Technological University (Montana Tech) has evolved into a dynamic institution composed of two colleges and two schools (College of Letters, Sciences, & Professional Studies Highlands College School of Mines and Engineering and Graduate School) and the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology. Through exemplary undergraduate and graduate education, workforce development, research, and service, Montana Tech builds on a strong heritage in engineering, science, and technology that blends theory with practice in meeting the changing needs of society and the responsible development and use of natural resources. Our vision is "To be a leader for undergraduate and graduate education and research in the Pacific Northwest in engineering, science, energy, health, information sciences, and technology." Montana Tech traces its roots to the enabling act that granted statehood to the people of Montana. In that act, the United States Congress set aside 100,000 acres to establish and maintain a mines school. In 1900, the Montana State School of Mines opened its doors. In 1965, the school underwent a name change to the Montana College of Mineral Science and Technology. On January 21, 1994, the Board of Regents adopted a plan to restructure the entire Montana University System, followed by adopting a resolution on July 6, 1995, initiating a second phase. This restructuring created the Montana University System and gave the college its new name, Montana Tech of The University of Montana. It also assigned to Montana Tech what had been the Butte Vocational-Technical Center and what is now known as Highlands College. In May of 2017, the Montana Board of Regents approved a fourth institutional classification for higher education. The new classification, Special Focus Four-Year University, was given to Montana Tech, the only Montana unit with this designation. In May 2018, the Board of Regents approved a new formal name for Montana Tech, Montana Technological University. Today, Montana Tech is recognized among America's best values in undergraduate education. Montana Tech possesses an internationally esteemed, century-old tradition of excellence in higher education. There are four schools and colleges: School of Mines and Engineering College of Letters, Sciences, and Professional Studies Highlands College and Graduate School. Montana Tech offers programs of distinction. For example, Montana Tech is one of only two U.S. schools that offer a B.S. degree in geophysical engineering, one of ten that offer a B.S. degree in metallurgical engineering, one of nineteen that offer a B.S. degree in mining engineering, and one of only twenty that offer a B.S. in petroleum engineering. Several Montana Tech graduates have risen to positions of leadership in resource and energy industries. Historic world-class offerings in resource engineering are today complemented by an expanded array of programs in other areas of engineering, the sciences, mathematics, computation, health, business, and communication. The institution offers degree programs at the masters, bachelor, associate, and certificate levels. The student body presents a national and global snapshot with over 43 states and 13 foreign countries represented. All programs derive a particular character and emphasis from the unique setting and continued tradition of high quality that has characterized Montana Tech since its founding. Montana Tech has a long-standing reputation for producing outstanding graduates. Montana Tech's commitment to research has resulted in unprecedented growth in its funded research over the last several years. The institution's funding base has diversified to include local, state, and national support from the private and government sectors. Undergraduate and graduate students are frequently involved with faculty and staff in research programs. The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (MBMG), the geologic and hydrogeologic research arm of the State of Montana, is an institution's department. The MBMG provides service to the public and various constituents within the private sector and federal, state, and local governments. The MBMG develops, gathers, analyzes, catalogs, and disseminates information concerning the location and development of Montana's mineral, energy, and water resources. Montana Tech Counseling services provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling for students attending Tech. Career and education planning is also provided. A variety of services, free of cost, are offered to assist students in their success at Montana Tech and their own goals. Montana Tech is committed to ensuring full and equal participation by eliminating barriers and making the appropriate accommodations that allow persons with disabilities to have equal opportunity in all aspects of campus life. Montana Tech's Student Health Center provides a nurse on duty four hours a day, five days a week, and a physician on duty two hours a day, five days a week. All students registered for seven or more credits are eligible for Health Center services. Examples of services include throat cultures, allergy shots, health care counseling, treating sprains, giving and removing stitches, and assistance with other health problems. The Student Life Programs Office works with international students to maintain proper immigration status with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service. The office also provides counseling for international students experiencing difficulties in the transition from one culture to another. Whether you are a student, alumni, or employer, Career Services is committed to assisting you in achieving your goals. We invite you to explore the resources on the Career Services web page and in our office. View full university

Originally chartered as The Montana State School of Mines, Montana Technological University (Montana Tech) has evolved into a dynamic institution composed of two colleges and two schools (College of Letters, Sciences, & Professional Studies Highlands College School of Mines and Engineering and Graduate School) and the Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology. Through exemplary undergraduate and graduate education, workforce development, research, and service, Montana Tech builds on a strong heritage in engineering, science, and technology that blends theory with practice in meeting the changing needs of society and the responsible development and use of natural resources. Our vision is "To be a leader for undergraduate and graduate education and research in the Pacific Northwest in engineering, science, energy, health, information sciences, and technology." Montana Tech traces its roots to the enabling act that granted statehood to the people of Montana. In that act, the United States Congress set aside 100,000 acres to establish and maintain a mines school. In 1900, the Montana State School of Mines opened its doors. In 1965, the school underwent a name change to the Montana College of Mineral Science and Technology. On January 21, 1994, the Board of Regents adopted a plan to restructure the entire Montana University System, followed by adopting a resolution on July 6, 1995, initiating a second phase. This restructuring created the Montana University System and gave the college its new name, Montana Tech of The University of Montana. It also assigned to Montana Tech what had been the Butte Vocational-Technical Center and what is now known as Highlands College. In May of 2017, the Montana Board of Regents approved a fourth institutional classification for higher education. The new classification, Special Focus Four-Year University, was given to Montana Tech, the only Montana unit with this designation. In May 2018, the Board of Regents approved a new formal name for Montana Tech, Montana Technological University. Today, Montana Tech is recognized among America's best values in undergraduate education. Montana Tech possesses an internationally esteemed, century-old tradition of excellence in higher education. There are four schools and colleges: School of Mines and Engineering College of Letters, Sciences, and Professional Studies Highlands College and Graduate School. Montana Tech offers programs of distinction. For example, Montana Tech is one of only two U.S. schools that offer a B.S. degree in geophysical engineering, one of ten that offer a B.S. degree in metallurgical engineering, one of nineteen that offer a B.S. degree in mining engineering, and one of only twenty that offer a B.S. in petroleum engineering. Several Montana Tech graduates have risen to positions of leadership in resource and energy industries. Historic world-class offerings in resource engineering are today complemented by an expanded array of programs in other areas of engineering, the sciences, mathematics, computation, health, business, and communication. The institution offers degree programs at the masters, bachelor, associate, and certificate levels. The student body presents a national and global snapshot with over 43 states and 13 foreign countries represented. All programs derive a particular character and emphasis from the unique setting and continued tradition of high quality that has characterized Montana Tech since its founding. Montana Tech has a long-standing reputation for producing outstanding graduates. Montana Tech's commitment to research has resulted in unprecedented growth in its funded research over the last several years. The institution's funding base has diversified to include local, state, and national support from the private and government sectors. Undergraduate and graduate students are frequently involved with faculty and staff in research programs. The Montana Bureau of Mines and Geology (MBMG), the geologic and hydrogeologic research arm of the State of Montana, is an institution's department. The MBMG provides service to the public and various constituents within the private sector and federal, state, and local governments. The MBMG develops, gathers, analyzes, catalogs, and disseminates information concerning the location and development of Montana's mineral, energy, and water resources. Montana Tech Counseling services provides individual, couples, family, and group counseling for students attending Tech. Career and education planning is also provided. A variety of services, free of cost, are offered to assist students in their success at Montana Tech and their own goals. Montana Tech is committed to ensuring full and equal participation by eliminating barriers and making the appropriate accommodations that allow persons with disabilities to have equal opportunity in all aspects of campus life. Montana Tech's Student Health Center provides a nurse on duty four hours a day, five days a week, and a physician on duty two hours a day, five days a week. All students registered for seven or more credits are eligible for Health Center services. Examples of services include throat cultures, allergy shots, health care counseling, treating sprains, giving and removing stitches, and assistance with other health problems. The Student Life Programs Office works with international students to maintain proper immigration status with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Service. The office also provides counseling for international students experiencing difficulties in the transition from one culture to another. Whether you are a student, alumni, or employer, Career Services is committed to assisting you in achieving your goals. We invite you to explore the resources on the Career Services web page and in our office. View full university

Since its early days as Eastern Montana College, Montana State University Billings has been an integral part of the Billings community and a student-centered learning environment since its early days. Founded in 1927, the University continues to nurture a longstanding tradition of educational access, teaching excellence, civic engagement, and community enhancement in an urban setting. In the classroom and the community, students receive a well-rounded, unique education and training for Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's degrees for careers through the University's five colleges — arts and sciences, business, allied health professions, education, and City College. Set in the state's largest city, Montana State University Billings and the community of Billings combine for a unique college experience: engaged and encouraging faculty friendly people, a supportive community, and incredible educational opportunities. Billings' residents have a long track record of supporting the University through scholarships, internships, and civic engagement. A regional retail, financial and medical hub, Billings offers a vast array of job opportunities, personal connections, and leadership opportunities via three campuses spread through the city. Life on the main campus mirrors that of Billings: Students are happy to mingle on some of the 110 park-like acres at the base of the spectacular Rimrocks or take part in various cultural, service, athletic or educational activities. Whether a first-semester newcomer or a non-traditional student returning to complete your degree, all learners will find challenges that fulfill individual goals and societal needs. Montana State University Billings provides a University experience characterized by: Excellent Teaching. Support for Individual Learning. Engagement in Civic Responsibility. Intellectual, Cultural, Social, and Economic Community Enhancement. Montana State University Billings will be recognized as a regional leader for: Teaching and Learning. Translating Knowledge into Practice. Researching for the Future. Accepting Leadership for Intellectual, Cultural, Social, and Economic Development Beyond University Boundaries. All students are encouraged to become actively involved in campus life. Students who are engaged in student clubs and organizations have an opportunity to develop valuable leadership skills, meet new people, and help shape and influence the student experience on campus. Also, students who have made a valuable connection to a student organization are more likely to be engaged in the classroom and study fields. Student Life at MSU Billings offers a wide range of ways to get involved, including leadership organizations, community service, campus ministry, athletics, performing and visual arts, special interest groups, cultural groups, and more! We encourage students to find out what they are interested in and pursue it. The goal of Community Engagement is to promote meaningful and impactful partnerships for students, staff, and faculty within the broader Billings community. We aim to achieve this by developing student-centered initiatives that foster civic pride, stewardship, and sustainability. Community Engagement works closely with a diverse range of organizations. As a result, we can match you with an engagement opportunity that suits your needs and goals. Come and be part of the community-driven social change happening at Montana State University Billings (MSUB). Graduate programs at MSUB are committed to helping you achieve your professional goals. Nearly 70% of MSUB grad students find employment in their field before graduation. MSUB offers affordable quality graduate education in Montana's largest city with degree programs that are regionally accredited and recognized for its excellence. Our graduate faculty members are commended nationally and internationally for their teaching, research, and scholarship. The University Honors Program offers intellectually stimulating classes and career-building opportunities. Smaller in size, Honors classes are taught by outstanding professors, foster active, engaged learning, and emphasize problem-solving, innovation, and creativity. Via their experiences in the program, UHP students are challenged to explore new ideas and evaluate held knowledge. The program provides research and internship opportunities and assists students in studying abroad, applying for scholarships, and acquiring the skills and credentials for successful careers. Online students at MSUB take classes from the same top-notch College of Business professors who teach on campus. Like with traditional classes, online students still participate in class discussions via online threads and develop a community among their classmates, all while having immense flexibility and independent schedules. MSUB strives to make getting an education affordable while best-preparing students for successful careers through challenging curriculums and real-world experience. Discover your career in Marketing today. Disability Support Services strives to create an inclusive and accessible environment by collaborating with students, faculty, and staff to facilitate environmental and educational barriers. We encourage all new, transfer, and returning students to visit us and meet with an academic advisor. Our goal is to help you design an academic plan that enables you to complete your program requirements as efficiently as possible. Transitioning into college can be challenging, as students are being introduced to new faces, places, and ideas. The first-year experience's goal is to help students become well-rounded, successful, participatory citizens of Montana State University Billings. The First-Year Experience Website has resources to help students make the most of their journeys as Yellowjackets and beyond. View full university

Montana State University, the state's land-grant institution, educates students, creates knowledge and art, and serves communities by integrating learning, discovery, and engagement. Montana State University is as remarkable as its setting. Created as a land-grant institution, it is a welcoming, adventurous community of students, faculty, and staff distinguished by its commitment to address the world's most significant challenges. The university energizes individuals to discover and pursue their aspirations. It inspires people to engage with the university to improve the human prospect through excellence in education, research, creativity, and civic responsibility. MSU prepares students to graduate equipped for careers and further education. MSU's low student to faculty ratio means accessible professors and hands-on learning opportunities. Working alongside world-class faculty mentors, students discover new knowledge that improves the quality of life worldwide. This supportive and collaborative learning environment helps students succeed in competing for national and international scholarships and awards. Montana State University is in a class of its own. MSU is among the top 3% of colleges and universities for research expenditures and is also classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an institution with a high undergraduate profile. This means that undergraduates at MSU get research opportunities typically reserved for graduate students at other schools. MSU's location at the crossroads between Yellowstone National Park and some of the biggest skiing in America offers students a classroom, lab, and playground, unlike any other world. MSU is recognized nationally for its prominence in research among leading public research universities.MSU is among the top 3 percent of colleges and universities in the nation for research expenditures. Because of its high undergraduate profile, MSU undergraduate students get opportunities to research national importance on various topics. These opportunities would typically be reserved for graduate students at other universities. That is one reason why MSU is a national leader in producing winners of the Goldwater Scholarship, the nation's premier award for undergraduates in math and science fields. Research expenditures at MSU typically exceed $100 million annually, and top research departments include immunology, chemistry and biochemistry, transportation, physics, and land resources and environmental sciences, while much of the research funding from the National Institutes of Health, Departments of Energy, Defense and Agriculture, and private sources. MSU is the largest research university in Montana and the most extensive research and development entity of any kind in the state, which translates into many opportunities for students to conduct meaningful hands-on research and creative projects and economic prosperity for the area. MSU research has led to significant discoveries that are changing the world. MSU holds more than 250 active technology licenses. Also, 91 patents and 36 plant variety certificates have been issued for MSU discoveries with many more pending. Students, professors, and staff at MSU work together with community partners to exchange and apply knowledge and resources that improve the world. MSU recently earned The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's engagement classification. The designation recognizes commitment to teaching that encourages volunteer service in communities and promotes the public's knowledge. Besides, through courses, clubs, and organized events, students participate in local, national, and international service-learning projects to apply their education while strengthening communities. Following a rigorous application and evaluation process, MSU was awarded the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching's community engagement classification. This designation recognizes MSU's commitment to teaching that encourages volunteer service in communities and promotes the knowledge that benefits the public. Service and outreach projects are embedded in MSU's coursework, research, and extracurricular activities to enhance learning and improve lives worldwide. Career, Internship, and Student Employment Services allow students to develop skills and strategies in defining their professional career path and pursuing their interests and aspirations. We establish and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships with employers and provide them continuous learners who are adaptable and skilled to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century. Advising is an integral part of the teaching and learning mission of MSU. In the one-on-one advising relationship, students are guided in the kind of systematic thinking, knowledge integration, and decision making they will need throughout their college career. New students coming to MSU are often not sure about what they are interested in learning. Many who choose a major at the beginning of their freshman year change it at least once before they graduate. Advisors in the Academic Advising Center (AAC) help students explore their interests and strengths so that when they choose a major, the choice makes sense for them individually. Advisors understand the sometimes overwhelming choices facing first-year students. At the AAC, students meet with a professional advisor and talk through their academic aptitudes, individual interests, and career plans. Based on this discussion, students choose a program of study that is right for them. Students may meet with an advisor as many times as they would like to craft an academic plan suited to their personal goals and career goals. View full university