CatCard
- How do I use the laundry facilities in my hall?
- How do I deposit money on my CatCard?
- Is my CatCard used to gain access to my hall?
Housing Application
- How can I get an application and information?
- What are my living options?
- Is there a deadline for submitting the Residence Hall application?
- Are there any single or double-as-single rooms available and how do I get one?
- Can I submit my housing application before I have been officially admitted to the University?
- How do I log into the application?
- What is my preferred email address?
- How do I select or change my preferred email address?
- How do I request a roommate?
- Which halls are available for freshmen?
Meal Plans
- What meal plan options do you offer?
- How does the meal plan work and at what times are the meals served?
- Do I have to have a meal plan?
- How long do I have to change my meal plan after the semester has begun?
- What do they use to look up my meal plan whenever I eat in the dining halls?
- At what locations on campus can I use my CatCash on my CatCard?
Moving In
- What is included in my room?
- When do the residence halls open up to be able to move in?
- Can I send items to the residence hall before I arrive?
- What is my campus mailing address?
- What is the mailing address for the ResLife Apartments?
- Where do I check in once I arrive on campus?
- What if I arrive after office hours or on the weekends and do not have a room assignment?
- Can I move in early?
- What items are not permitted in the residence halls?
- Do you have a list of suggested items students should bring for their rooms?
- Do you have microwave or refrigerator rentals available?
- Can I store any of the furniture that comes furnished in my room?
Room Assignments
- Why didn’t I receive one of my 5 preferences?
- Why wasn’t I placed with my requested roommate?
- What if I don’t like/want my housing assignment or roommate?
- How do I find out my room and roommate assignment?
- How does the univeristy assign housing based on sex or gender identity?
Other Information
- Can I stay on campus over breaks?
- Can I have a service or emotional support animal in the halls?
- What is the residence hall visitation policy?
- Can I bring a bicycle and where do I store it?
- Please let us know if your question was not answered by this FAQ page.
CatCard
How do I use the laundry facilities in my hall?
The residence hall laundry machines operate only with a CatCard, so you must deposit money into your CatCard debit account to wash and dry clothes. It costs $2.00 for each load in the washing machines and $2.00 for each load in the dryers.
How do I deposit money on my CatCard?
Your CatCard can be used as a debit card at various campus vendor locations by depositing money at the CatCard office, the GET Website, on the CatCard GET mobile app, or at the CatCard Service Window located on the first floor of Miller Dining Commons. To make a deposit over the telephone using your credit card, call the CatCard Office at 406-994-2273. To make a deposit by mail, send a check to: MSU-Bozeman CatCard Office, PO Box 172080, Bozeman, MT 59717-2080.
Is my CatCard used to gain access to my hall?
All residence halls will be on restricted access 24 hours a day during the academic year and students need their CatCard at all times to enter the residence halls.
Housing Application
How can I get an application and information?
Upon acceptance to the University you will be mailed a New Student Residence Hall Guide that will provide you information about each residence hall/living option we have available. Applications can be completed online through the Housing Portal. The housing application must be filled out completely and a $300 non-refundable prepayment must be included. Applications without a prepayment will NOT be processed.
What are my living options?
Please see Living Options page for descriptions.
Is there a deadline for submitting the Residence Hall application?
We do have a Housing Application Priority Date of March 1st for new student applications. This date is in place especially for students with specific roommate requests or special accommodation requests. Applications can be submitted at any time after that date. However, as soon as you have made the decision to attend MSU, we suggest that you submit your application for housing. We assign rooms by the date we receive the applications; therefore, the earlier you submit your application, the more likely you will get your preferred room assignment.
Are there any single or double-as-single rooms available and how do I get one?
There are a limited number of single rooms available. Single rooms are very popular so we recommend getting your application in as soon as possible. Rooms are “priority assigned” by the date the application arrives in the University Student Housing Office. Double-as-Single rooms are not available before the upcoming academic term. This option is awarded during the current semester based on occupancy.
Can I submit my housing application before I have been officially admitted to the University?
Yes, we can accept housing applications before you have been officially accepted to the University. Be advised that processing the housing application does not constitute approval of academic admission to the University.
How do I log into the application?
The housing application requires you to use your preferred email address to login. Enter your preferred email address and then click forgot password. Then, enter your preferred email address in the username field. and click send email. Note: your preferred email/username is case sensitive.
If you are a first time applicant, you can also click on the register button above the login details to get started. If you are having problems getting your password sent to you, please call the University Student Housing Office at 406-994-2661 or email [email protected].
What is my preferred email address?
Your preferred email address should be the email you gave the University when you applied for admission. If you are not sure, you can check in MyInfo or contact the University Student Housing Office at 406-994-2661 or [email protected].
How do I select or change my preferred email address?
You can make changes to your preferred email address by accessing MyInfo and selecting update email addresses in the personal information tab. Please be sure that your preferred email address is in the section for personal email addresses.
How do I request a roommate?
There is a section on the housing application for roommate requests. If you are not able to find your requested roommate in the search, you can make this request by emailing [email protected] or calling our office at 406-994-2661.
Which halls are available for freshmen?
Most of our residence halls are available for first year students. The only exceptions to this would be the Headwaters, Julia Martin Apartments, and Johnstone Center which is for students 21 years or older (a good option for non-traditional freshman or returning students) and/or sophomore and above students.
Meal Plans
What meal plan options do you offer?
All students in the residence halls are required to have a meal plan, of which we have four options. The 5-day meal plan allows students to eat Monday through Friday and the 7-day meal plan allows students to eat Sunday through Saturday. To see the different meal plan options, please visit the Culinary Services page.
How does the meal plan work and at what times are the meals served?
Meal plans are run through your CatCard which is swiped upon entering the dining hall. Five-day meal plans allow you access to the dining halls Monday through Friday. Seven-day meal plans allow you access to the dining halls all seven days of the week. Miller Dining Commons in the Hedges Complex and Rendevous will be open 7 days a week.
Do I have to have a meal plan?
MSU requires all students living on campus (including the Julia Martin Apartments) to participate in a meal plan as part of their room and board package. Culinary Services offers several different options to adopt to student’s needs and preferences to allow students a choice in their meal plan. This allows MSU to ensure students are provided healthy, safe, and enjoyable food options. To see the different meal plan options, please visit the Culinary Services page.
How long do I have to change my meal plan after the semester has begun?
If you have signed up for a 5-day meal plan and wish to change to a 7-day meal plan, you can make that change at any time throughout the semester. You can upgrade your meal plan through the Housing Portal.
If you signed up for a 7-day meal plan and wish to change to a 5-day meal plan, we allow you to make that change throughout the first couple weeks of classes. If you find the meal plan you have chosen does not fit your needs, simply downgrade your meal plan through the Housing Portal. If you don't see the 5 day meal plan options, you have missed the window to change for that semester. You can always change your meal plan for the coming semester through the same form in the Housing Portal.
What do they use to look up my meal plan whenever I eat in the dining halls?
Your Cat Card is your meal pass identifier and will be scanned each time you enter one of our dining facilities. Please contact the CatCard office for more information.
At what locations on campus can I use my CatCash on my CatCard?
Your CatCash can be used at various campus vendor locations, laundry facilities in the residence halls, printing kiosks, and concessions at campus events.
You can also purchase meals for guests using their CatCash account for a $2 discount off of regularly priced meals. Visit the Culinary Services Dining Hall page for current meal prices.
**Students requesting the discount rate must have a valid meal pass.
Moving In
What is included in my room?
Each single room is furnished with a loftable extra-long twin bed, desk, desk chair, and storage space for each student.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. Hannon Hall has sinks in room.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. Hapner Hall has sinks in room.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. 3 and 4 bedroom suites also have a shared common area, kitchenette, and bathroom. 2 bedroom suites have a shared bathroom only.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student.
Each room is furnished with extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. Johnstone Center (Pryor/Colter Wings only) rooms are carpeted and have sinks in room.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student.
Each room is furnished with extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. Students assigned to this hall can either rent a loft or build a loft for their bed.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student.
Each room is furnished with regular twin beds (cannot be lofted), desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. Students who are assigned to the Quads will not have the option to incorporate a bed loft in their room. Students are welcome to use bed risers for their beds.
Each room is furnished with loftable regular twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student. Students assigned to this hall can either rent a loft or build a loft for their bed.
Each room is furnished with loftable extra-long twin beds, desks, desk chairs, and storage space for each student.
When do the residence halls open up to be able to move in?
The University Student Housing move-in webpage is updated with the latest information.
Can I send items to the residence hall before I arrive?
You are encouraged to send items to your campus mailing address prior to your arrival. All personal belongings, packages, and orders shipped to the residence halls should plan to arrive no sooner than a few days prior to arrival. Please use the mailing addresses below.
What is my campus mailing address?
Your Name
___ Your Hall, Your Room Number
Bozeman, MT 59715-xxxx
___ = 100 for Hannon, Hapner, Johnstone, Langford, Mullan, and the Quads
___ = 200 for Headwaters Complex (Gallatin, Jefferson, Madison), Hyalite, North Hedges,
Roskie, South Hedges, and Yellowstone
4-digit zip code suffixes (xxxx) are as follows:
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Residence Hall
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Zip Code
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Gallatin
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5020
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Hannon
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5176
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Hapner
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5177
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Hyalite
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5034
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Jefferson
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5017
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Johnstone Center
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5076
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Langford
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5078
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Madison
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5015
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Mullan
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5000
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North Hedges
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5075
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Quad A
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5005
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Quad B
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5009
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Quad C
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5006
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Quad D
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5013
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Quad E
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5008
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Quad F
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5016
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Roskie
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5080
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South Hedges
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5079
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Yellowstone
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5033
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What is the mailing address for the Julia Martin Apartments?
Student Name
___ Julia Martin Dr. Apt. ___
Bozeman, MT 59715
Example: Apartment 100 A-1-A = 100 East Julia Martin Dr. Apt A-1-A, Bozeman, MT. 59715
Where do I check in once I arrive on campus?
You need to check in at the residence hall front desk that you have been assigned. The halls are staffed 24 hours a day/7 days a week, so you may check in anytime after the advertised opening date and time.
What if I arrive after office hours or on the weekends and do not have a room assignment?
The University Student Housing Office is open Monday through Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm. You will need to visit our office to fill out your housing application and we will give you your room assignment at that time, at which point you will be able to check into your room.
Can I move in early?
For further information about early move-in, please refer to the move-in webpage. Once information is available, it will populate on that page.
What items are not permitted in the residence halls?
Please see the Community Standards.
Do you have a list of suggested items students should bring for their rooms?
A list of items can be found on Moving In FAQs.
Do you have microwave or refrigerator rentals available?
University Student Housing has partnered with Collegiate Concepts, Inc. (CCI) to offer students the opportunity to rent MicroFridges for the entire academic year that are delivered and installed in their room prior to arrival. More information about microfridges can be found on the MicroFridge webpage.
Can I store any of the furniture that comes furnished in my room?
University Student Housing will not store bed frames, mattresses, and/or any other furniture that comes furnished in student rooms during the academic year. Students are expected to keep MSU University Student Housing furniture in their room and it must be in the same condition at the end of the year as it was at the beginning of the year when the student moved in.
Room Assignments
Why didn’t I receive one of my 5 preferences?
Keep in mind that we coordinate our placements on a first come, first served basis.The earlier you turn in your housing application and $300 prepayment, the more likely you are to receive your desired hall/room. We begin taking housing applications October 1st for the next academic term.
Why wasn’t I placed with my requested roommate?
Please keep in mind that we coordinate our placements on a first come, first served basis. The earlier a request is made, the more likely you are to be placed with your requested roommate. We begin taking applications October 1st for the next academic term.
What if I don’t like/want my housing assignment or roommate?
Hall/Room changes can take place if a problem arises that cannot be solved in any other manner. We encourage roommates to complete the Roommate Agreement (information provided at the first floor meeting) and discuss any concerning issues with each other, before asking for a room change. All hall/room changes need to be granted through the Hall Community Director and the Hall Program Coordinator.
How do I find out my room and roommate assignment?
The University Student Housing Office emails this information to your prior to your arrival on campus. The information includes your hall/room assignment as well as your roommate’s name, e-mail address and telephone number. You can also access your room assignment information by logging in to your Housing Portal Account. We encourage you to contact your roommate before the semester begins to discuss furnishings as well as living habits.
How does the univeristy assign housing based on sex or gender identity?
The University is required to assign student housing based on the gender designation in their official University record (through the Office of the Registrar). If you have concerns or questions about this process please contact us and we will assist you with answering any questions or concerns you might have.
Other Information
Can I stay on campus over breaks?
Although the residence halls officially close during Thanksgiving, Winter, and Spring breaks, students are able to stay on campus. There is an additional charge for students who stay on campus during Winter break housing (inclusive of Headwaters Complex and ResLife Apartments); these costs are not assessed to students who do not utilize the services. Only authorized individuals are allowed in the residence halls during breaks, therefore guests are not permitted as this is a service that we can provide to hall residents only. Hall residents will be able to stay in their assigned rooms during other break periods with no additional cost.
Can I have a service or emotional support animal in the halls?
In order to have an assistive animal on campus, the student must first contact the Office of Disability Services located in Romney Hall. This office will work with the student to either approve or deny the animal.
If the student is approved, then they will work with University Student Housing to go over the policies that are associated with an animal in the residence halls. This meeting usually takes place when the student arrives for classes if they have already been approved through Disability Services.
Iinformation for the Office of Disability Services below:
137 Romney Hall
[email protected]
(406) 994-2824
What is the residence hall visitation policy?
Students may entertain guests in their rooms during visiting hours provided that the rights of the other students on the floor, and in particular their roommates, are not violated. Due to the excessive noise caused by large numbers of people and potential fire hazards, no more than ten people may be in the student’s room at any given time.
Can I bring a bicycle and where do I store it?
Many students use bicycles as a very effective way to get around the MSU campus and the city of Bozeman. Students will be able to store their bikes on the provided bike racks outside the residence halls or in their own room only. Motorized bikes are allowed on campus but cannot be stored in a student’s room at any time. We recommend that students register their bikes with the University Police Department (UPD) for free and purchase a secure bike lock to deter theft.
Please let us know if your question was not answered by this FAQ page.
Please contact us at [email protected] with any questions.