Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE)

MSU will be offering a limited number of Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) scholarships to new freshmen enrolling each fall. Students from eligible WUE states* must complete the below application, to be considered for WUE. Students who do not submit the application will not be considered.

To be eligible to apply for the WUE Scholarship, students must have a minimum cumulative 3.0 high school GPA (self-reported on your application for admission).

Each WUE application is reviewed by a campus committee to select each year’s WUE awardees.

There is no waitlist or appeal process for WUE Scholarships once awards are made. All WUE offers are final.

WUE will be equal to approximately 1.5 times the in-state tuition rate. All recipients will be notified as soon as that value is available via email. WUE will be a greater value than any Achievement Award previously offered.

WUE is not stackable with Achievement Awards and we will award you the scholarship of greater value. Please note, only recipients of awards will be notified.

*WUE States include: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, UT, WA, WY and U.S. Pacific Territories & freely associated states (Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands, Guam, Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Republic of Palau).

Award
Varies
Deadline
01/07/2027
Supplemental Questions
  1. Academic Background
    • 1. High School
    • 2. Unweighted GPA
    • 3. Weighted GPA (if applicable)
    • 4. Graduating Class Size
    • 5. Please list any AP, IB or dual enrollment courses you have taken.
  2. Home Responsibilities
    • Please list any home/family responsibilities you have had during high school. Activities can include things such as childcare, household chores, elder care, employment to contribute to household income, etc. You may add up to five responses by selecting the Add Another Answer link below.
  3. Why Montana State? What specifically attracts you to Montana State University, and how will MSU help you achieve your educational and personal goals?
  4. Overcoming Adversity: Tell us about a challenge, obstacle, or responsibility that has shaped you. How has this experience influenced your goals and preparation for college?
  5. Impact Through Service: Describe a way you have contributed to your school, family, workplace, or community. Why was this contribution meaningful, and what impact did it have?