Michigan State University
Michigan State University
Meridian Charter Township, Michigan
Michigan State University is a public university in MI, founded in 1855, and offers Bachelor’s degrees for undergraduates and Master’s and Doctoral degrees for graduate students. The undergraduate enrollment is 39,021, and the graduate enrollment is 10,822. Michigan State University is a moderately selective school, accepting 71.1% applicants. Michigan State University’s athletics teams compete at the club, intramural, and varsity levels, and the institution employs 2,564 full-time instructional staff (90% of whom hold doctorate degrees) with a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
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Applicants applying to Michigan State University will apply through the Common Application, the Coalition Application, or the MSU Application. Applicants will be required to write one personal statement based on a set of prompts for the Common Application itself.
Deadlines For Submitting Applications
Early Action Application Deadline
November 1st
Fall Term Application Deadline
February 1st
ATTENDANCE FACTORS
- Application Essay - Very Important
- Academic GPA - Very Important
- Extracurricular Activities - Important
- Level of Applicant's Interest - Important
- Rigor of Secondary School Record - Important
Average Acceptance Rate
71.10%
Empowerly Acceptance Rate
100.00%
STUDENT LIFE
Student Life
Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, Michigan, considered one of the best places to live in Michigan thanks to its one-of-kind mix of urban meets suburban which makes it a dynamic environment to work and play. Here, MSU’s 5,300-acre campus features unique Collegiate Gothic architecture, curving roads, and a large number of trees. With such a diverse yet close-knit campus community, first-year students may have a hard time believing that Michigan State is one of the largest campuses in the United States. Students are certain to discover many things inside and outside the classroom, from Michigan State University’s rich history and traditions to like-minded Spartans who become lifelong friends to MSU’s unmatched fall appeal.
Housing
- 6% of students live on campus
- Guaranteed housing for Freshmen
- Freshmen and Sophomores required to live on campus
While Michigan State University students aren’t required to live on campus, 97% of first-year students choose to live within the residence halls with a majority of them on the North Campus. They’ll quickly discover that Michigan Housing residence halls are more than a place to study, work, and sleep with exciting features, including Multicultural Lounges, recreational areas, events, and learning programs. The residence halls on campus offer the option for students to live in all genders or even in single-sex environments. Each hall also provides the school’s award-winning Michigan Dining option, which offers healthy and delicious dining in 12 on-campus cafes, seven residential dining halls, and seven markets located throughout the campus.
Life as a Student
The Michigan State University campus opens the doors to discovery for its students. No matter what a student is interested in, chances are it’s already here at MSU, whether it’s academics, athletics, or extracurricular activities. Thanks to its 16-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, first-year students can look forward to 24% of their classes having less than 20 students. For the athletes and sports fans, Michigan State’s athletics program competes in the Big Ten Conference in all varsity sports, including the new Big Ten hockey conference. MSU sponsors over 900 student organizations, ensuring that no matter what students are interested in, they will find it. Life is also certain to stop for one of the school’s many traditions, like the Water Carnival, May Morning Sings and Lantern Night, and more.
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SERVICES
Health and Safety
- 24-hour security trained security on campus
- Late night ride/safe escort service available
Student Services
- Health Center
- Legal Advice
- Psychological Counseling
- Women's Center
Athletics
Varsity
Varsity
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Crew
Equestrian Sports
Fencing
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rowing
Rugby
Sailing
Soccer
Swimming & Diving
Tennis
Track & Field
Table Tennis
Volleyball
Water Polo
Wrestling
Cross Country & Running
Basketball
Cheerleading
Crew
Equestrian Sports
Fencing
Field Hockey
Golf
Gymnastics
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse
Rowing
Rugby
Sailing
Soccer
Softball
Swimming & Diving
Tennis
Track & Field
Table Tennis
Volleyball
Water Polo
Cross Country & Running
Club
Club
Baseball
Crew
Rowing
Rugby
Soccer
Ultimate Frisbee
Cheerleading
Crew
Rowing
Rugby
Soccer
Ultimate Frisbee
Intramural
Intramural
Basketball
Football
Ice Hockey
Raquetball
Riflery
Sand Volleyball
Softball
Squash
Tennis
Table Tennis
Water Polo
Volleyball
Basketball
Football
Ice Hockey
Raquetball
Riflery
Sand Volleyball
Softball
Squash
Tennis
Table Tennis
Water Polo
Volleyball
FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
Michigan State highly encourages students to fill out the FAFSA, as that is how they, in conjunction with the federal government, allot aid to students in both loans and in scholarships. Michigan State also awards $687 million in financial aid to students each year, and 67% of incoming freshmen receive it.
*All costs below are estimates and may differ based on your circumstances.
- Tuition & Fees - $42,022
- Room & Board - $10,990
- Total Estimated Cost of Attendance - $53,012
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HISTORY
Michigan State University, also known as Michigan State or simply MSU, is located in East Lansing, Michigan. The state legislature originally chartered the university in 1855 as the “Agricultural College of the State of Michigan” and opened shortly in 1857 as the first agricultural college in the United States. Both the Michigan State Agricultural Society and the state’s leading agricultural periodical, The Michigan Farmer, popularly supported the school. As an archetype for future land-grant colleges, the school’s mission was to prove the virtues and benefits of an agricultural college for the state’s farmers and economy. Its first-class graduated in 1861 before the American Civil War, and that same year, the college adopted a 4-year curriculum and granted master’s degrees.
Due to its transition into a co-educational university in 1870, the school began to expand its curriculum beyond its original focus on agricultural and mechanical arts. It now started to offer a wide range of coursework, beginning with home economics for female students. In 1887, it also offered degrees in engineering and other applied sciences to its students; and by 1899, the school admitted its first Black students. However, its largest expansion occurred after World War II, thanks to the G.I. Bill; by then, the college had become one of the U.S.’s largest higher education institutions. Michigan officially made the college a university in 1955 and adopted its current name, Michigan State University, in 1964.
Today, Michigan State University is ranked #83 among National Universities by U.S. News Best Colleges. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 39,021 and a graduate enrollment of 10,822. Michigan State admission is somewhat selective, with a 71.1% acceptance rate. For over 165 years, MSU has pushed the boundaries of discovery to make a better world and is dedicated to providing students with well-rounded experiences that will quickly lead to life-changing opportunities. As a Spartan at Michigan State University, students from all walks of life take pride in all their accomplishments, whether it be with academics, athletics, or extracurricular activities. Additionally, with more than a dozen related colleges, Michigan State offers comprehensive undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. Its notable alumni include educator William Chandler Bagley, football player Herb Adderley, basketball player Magic Johnson, and author Richard Ford.