The College of Technology
Admission Requirements and Procedures for All COT Students

The College of Technology requires students to have earned either a high school diploma from an accredited institution, completed the GED, or passed the Compass Ability-to-Benefit exam (ABT) administered by the MSU Billings Advising Center.  In an effort to meet individual needs, the College of Technology has established special admission procedures for students seeking admission for certain programs.  Prospective students are encouraged to consult with the New Student Services Office at the College of Technology for information about the college, financial aid, and selection of a program before submitting applications.

Call the New Student Services Office at (406) 247-3000 for information or to schedule an appointment.

1. Complete and submit an application for admission.  Applications may be obtained from the College of Technology and high school counselors in Montana, or online at www.msubillings.edu/cot  Applications will be kept active for one year.

2. Submit a $30 non-refundable application fee (check or money order) with the application for admission.  Students who have previously attended or applied for admission to MSU Billings may not be required to pay the $30 application fee.  Call New Student Services at (406) 247-3000 for more information.

3. a)  If a student has not attended an accredited college or university, the student will request an official transcript from the high school, GED scores, or Compass ABT test scores to be sent to the New Student Services Office, College of Technology, 3803 Central Avenue, Billings, MT 59102.
   
   b)  Transfer students must submit official and complete transcripts from each college attended.
   
   c)  Students that have attended an accredited college or university, but have not completed at least 12 GPA credits, must submit both official transcripts from the college(s) and high school or GED scores.  Transcripts must be sent directly to the New Student Services Office at the College of Technology.

4. Students born after December 31, 1956, must provide proof of immunization that was administered on or after their first birthday and after December 31, 1967.  Requirements include proof of two (2) doses of immunization against measles (Rubeola) given at least 30 days apart and one (1) proof of Rubeola immunization.  Include mo/day/yr.  Any immunization administered after June 11, 1993, must be an MMR.  The record must be signed by a physician, health agency, or school official.

5. All applicants should plan to take the Compass English, math and reading placement tests at registration session.  Students with transfer credits for math and/or English may be exempt from taking the tests.  Test dates and schedule information may be obtained by calling an academic advisor at (406) 247-3020 or (406) 247-3018.

Some students may benefit by upgrading their skills in math, language, and reading through the Adult Education Center.  Please see an academic advisor in Student Services for more information.

All degrees and certificates issued by MSU Billings, College of Technology are for programs offered in the catalog year the student is qualified to follow.

NOTE: For more information about College of Technology programs and faculty, please see the College of Technology Online Catalog and the College of Technology Web site.

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