MSU Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 84.80%. Not very selective
- SAT Average: 1260. Above average SAT scores, indicating competitive applicants.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $18,079
- Out-of-State Tuition: $44,850
- Tuition rates are on the higher end, which may reflect the institution's resources or prestige.
Student Population at MSU:
- Total Enrollment: 52,089, including 2,681 online students
- 41,234 Undergraduate, 10,855 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 46.9% men, 53.1% women.
- This is a very large institution, likely offering a vast array of programs, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 81%. High graduation rate, indicating strong student support and academic success.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 90%. Excellent retention, indicating students are satisfied and supported.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 448 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 33 programs available fully online.
- Graduate Programs: 251 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Medical School, Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctor's.
MSU Overview
Michigan State University (MSU) is a four-year, public school located in East Lansing, MI. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.
The MSU's tuition & fees is $18,079 for Michigan residents and $44,850 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 80% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,834.
The school has a total enrollment of 52,089 and the students to faculty ratio is 17 to 1 (5.88%).
MSU's acceptance rate is 84.80% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 18.32%. The median SAT score is 1260 and the ACT score is 28.
MSU ranked 74th in National Universities and 3rd in Michigan Colleges rankings. Michigan State University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Michigan State University is $18,079 for in-state students and $44,850 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $21,772 for in-state students and $41,848 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $18,926 for Michigan residents and $45,675 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $22,414 for Michigan residents and $42,481 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $18,079 | $44,850 |
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| Graduate | $21,772 | $41,848 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $18,926 | $45,675 |
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| Graduate | $22,414 | $42,481 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Michigan State University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers the study abroad opportunity which is an arrangement by which a student completes part of the college program studying in another country.
Special Learning Opportunities at MSU
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
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