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General Information About Michigan State University Michigan State University, a member of the Association of American Universities and one of the top 100 research universities in the world, was founded in 1855. We are an inclusive, academic community known for our traditionally strong academic disciplines and professional programs, and our liberal arts foundation. Our cross- and interdisciplinary enterprises connect the sciences , humanities, and professions in practical, sustainable, and innovative ways to address society’s rapidly changing needs. As a public, research-intensive, land-grant university funded in part by the state of Michigan, our mission is to advance knowledge and transform lives by: providing outstanding undergraduate, graduate, and professional education to promising, qualified students in order to prepare them to contribute fully to society as globally engaged citizen leaders conducting research of the highest caliber that seeks to answer questions and create solutions in order to expand human understanding and make a positive difference, both locally and globally advancing outreach, engagement, and economic development activities that are innovative, research-driven, and lead to a better quality of life for individuals and communities, at home and around the world
Institutional statistical data was gathered from the U.S. Department of Education - Institute of Education Sciences, National Center for Education Statistics.Institution Type - 4-year, Public
Special Learning Opportunities - ROTC (Army, Air Force)
- Distance learning opportunities
- Study abroad
- Weekend/evening college
Student Services - Remedial services
- Academic/career counseling service
- Employment services for students
- Placement services for completers
- On-campus day care for students' children
Credit Accepted - Dual credit
- Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation - Not applicable
Federal Aid - Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates offered - 1-2 years certificate
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Post-master's certificate
Campus Setting - Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student - 3% or Less
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Admission Total Applicants 25,395 Percent Admitted 72% Men Admitted 70% Women Admitted 75% Full Time Retention Rate 91% -
Submitted ACT & SAT Scores
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25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Critical Reading 480 620 Math 540 660 Writing 480 610 -
25th Percentile Score 75th Percentile Score Composite 23 27 English 22 28 Math 22 28 Writing 21 27
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Tuition & Fees 09-10 Tuition & Fees $10,880 Room & Board Charge $7,394 Books & Supplies Cost $962 Dorm Capacity 16,713 -
Total Financial Aid Amounts Issued Pell Grants $20,988,931 Other Federal Grants $20,926,319 Scholarships & Fellowships $116,105,261 Discount Applied to Tuition/Fee $67,334,514 Average Grant Dollars Issued $11,202,671 Avg. Scholarship and Fellowships $58,052,631 -
Student Demographics Total Enrolled 50,899 Native American 359 Asian 2,591 African American 3,665 Hispanic 1,446 Enrolled FullTime Undergraduates 32,916 Enrolled FullTime Graduates 8,222
