2025 Most Expensive Michigan Public Colleges

In 2025, the average tuition and fees at 14 four-year public Michigan colleges is $29,450, reflecting a 4.11% increase compared to the previous year.Among the 14 institutions analyzed, tuition rose at 13 colleges, while tuition decreased at only 1 colleges.

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor ranks as the most expensive public Michigan colleges, with tuition and fees reaching $63,081. Known for its prestigious academic programs and strong reputation, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor remains a top choice for students seeking a premium education experience.

Close behind are Michigan State University at$44,850 and Michigan Technological University at$44,807 both consistently recognized among the Michigan Public Colleges with the Highest Tuition & Fees, offering high-quality academic programs and resources.

At these High-Cost Michigan Public Colleges, the average acceptance rate is 72.76%, and the average SAT score is 1,172, making them not only cost-effective but also accessible options for a wide range of students.

Comparison between Michigan Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees

Table. Michigan Public Colleges With The Highest Tuition & Fees Comparison
School NameUndergraduate Tuition & FeesGraduate Tuition & FeesAcceptance RateTotal PopulationSAT ScoreGraduation RateStudents to Faculty Ratio
1
-		University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor, MIPublic, 4-year $63,081
($18,848)
$2,974		$57,776
($28,886)
$2,724		15.64%52,8551,46093.00%11 to 1
2
-		Michigan State University East Lansing, MIPublic, 4-year $44,850
($18,079)
$810		$41,848
($21,772)
$624		84.80%52,0891,26081.00%17 to 1
3
-		Michigan Technological University Houghton, MIPublic, 4-year $44,807
($20,532)
$1,718		$25,916
($25,916)
$987		92.43%7,4031,24068.00%13 to 1
4
-		Wayne State University Detroit, MIPublic, 4-year $34,650
($16,159)
$1,492		$36,542
($17,960)
$5,278		81.16%23,8031,15058.00%14 to 1
5
-		University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn, MIPublic, 4-year $32,896
($15,640)
$1,536		$30,350
($17,126)
$1,790		55.61%8,1041,11058.00%16 to 1
6
-		Saginaw Valley State University University Center, MIPublic, 4-year $30,450
($12,930)
$1,698		$18,360
($18,360)
$1,032		72.07%6,8221,05048.00%16 to 1
7
-		University of Michigan-Flint Flint, MIPublic, 4-year $27,790
($14,236)
$1,312		$21,390
($14,473)
$832		70.46%6,5291,10040.00%14 to 1
8
-		Oakland University Rochester Hills, MIPublic, 4-year $24,735
($17,167)
$2		$24,648
($21,960)
-		87.84%15,7681,12058.00%17 to 1
9
-		Grand Valley State University Allendale, MIPublic, 4-year $21,894
($15,502)
$740		$20,030
($20,030)
$666		83.02%22,0111,06067.00%15 to 1
10
1		Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, MIPublic, 4-year $19,952
($15,987)
$854		$29,681
($20,103)
$1,227		84.60%16,744-58.00%16 to 1
Average$34,511
($16,508)		$30,654
($20,659)		72.76%21,2131,17262.90%15 to 1