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Montana State University Football

Montana State University (MSU) · Bozeman, Montana · Public university

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NCAA IBig Sky Conference
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Acceptance rate82%of applicants admitted
Graduation rate57%finish within six years
Undergraduates17,135Large (>10,000)
Student-to-faculty18 : 1students per instructor
Coaches

Montana State University Football coaches

Coaches at Montana State University who recruit Men's Football, head coach first.

Brent VigenHead Coach
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Jody OwensLinebackers Coach - Assistant Head Coach
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Bobby DalyDefensive Coordinator
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Athletics

The program

Where Montana State University competes and how it ranks.

Affiliation
NCAA
Division
Division I
Conference
Big Sky Conference
Program level
Recognized
Athletics site
msubobcats.com
Academics

How you compare

The middle 50% of admitted students score inside the blue band. Test policy: Considered but not Required.

SATMiddle 50%: 1065–1285
ACTMiddle 50%: 21–27

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Popular majors

Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, GeneralAgricultural Business and Management, GeneralAgricultural Teacher EducationAnimal Sciences, GeneralAnthropology, GeneralArchitectural and Building Sciences/TechnologyArt/Art Studies, General
Test policy
Considered but not Required
Student-to-faculty
18 : 1
Graduation rate
57% in six years
Costs

What it costs

Yearly figures. Net price is the average paid after grants and scholarships.

In-state tuitionFor Montana residents$6,299
Out-of-state tuition$30,784
Average net priceAfter grants and scholarships$20,142
Campus

Where it is

Montana State University in Bozeman.

Location
Bozeman, Montana
Type
Public
Religious affiliation
Not Religiously Affiliated
Time zone
Mountain
Website
montana.edu
Overview

About Montana State University Football

How the program competes and what the school is like.

Brent Vigen, the Head Coach, leads the Montana State University Football staff of 21 coaches, verified September 2026. Montana State University (MSU) competes in NCAA Division I Football as a member of the Big Sky Conference. Montana State University is a large public school in Bozeman, Montana with 17,135 undergraduates, a 82% acceptance rate and an average net price of $20,142 a year after aid.

Recruiting

How to get recruited by Montana State University Football

What to send, who to send it to and when to follow up.

  1. Find the right coachEmail Brent Vigen, the Head Coach and Jody Owens, the Linebackers Coach - Assistant Head Coach. Montana State University has 21 coaches for Football, so write to the one who recruits your position or event, not only the head coach.
  2. Lead with your numbersPut your position, height and weight, 40-yard dash and key stats in the subject line and first sentences. Division I coaches recruit early and compare you against national results, so verified numbers matter.
  3. Send your videoInclude a Hudl highlight video with your best plays first, with the link near the top so Brent can watch without scrolling.
  4. Show the academic fitAdmitted students at Montana State University typically score 1065–1285 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT, and testing is considered but not required. Mention your GPA and intended major.
  5. Follow upCoaches rarely reply to the first email. Follow up with the Montana State University staff after a week, and again after your next game with updated results.
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Questions

Montana State University Football FAQ

Quick answers about the program, the school and how to reach the coaches.

Is Montana State University D1?

Yes. Montana State University competes in NCAA Division I Football, in the Big Sky Conference.

Is Montana State University public or private?

Montana State University is a public school in Bozeman, Montana.

What conference is Montana State University Football in?

The Big Sky Conference.

Does Montana State University offer athletic scholarships for Football?

Montana State University competes in NCAA Division I, where programs can offer athletic scholarships. The number and size of awards vary, so ask the coaches directly.

How many coaches does Montana State University Football have?

21 coaches, led by Brent Vigen, the Head Coach.

How much does Montana State University cost?

In-state tuition is $6,299 and out-of-state tuition is $30,784 a year. The average net price after grants and scholarships is $20,142.

What is the Montana State University acceptance rate?

82% of applicants are admitted.

What SAT or ACT score do you need for Montana State University?

Admitted students typically score 1065–1285 on the SAT and 21–27 on the ACT.

How do I contact the Montana State University Football coaches?

Start a free 7-day AthleticScholar trial to see each coach's email and send a personal message from your own Gmail, with follow-ups until they reply.

Admissions, cost and enrollment figures come from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS), latest year available.

Coaching staff verified September 2026