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.
Admission Considerations:
Secondary school GPA (Required), Secondary school rank (Recommended), Secondary school record (Required), Completion of college-prepatory program (Recommended), Admission test scores (Required), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) (Required)
Test Scores (2006) :
25th Percentile
75th Percentile
SAT Critical Reading
500
630
SAT Math
530
660
SAT Writing
490
610
ACT Composite
22
27
ACT English
21
27
ACT Math
22
27
Notes:
25th Percentile = 25% of students scored at or below
75th Percentile = 25% of students scored above
Tuition and Fees :
Undergraduate Academic Year Cost:
2005-2006
2006-2007
2007-2008
Tuition and fees (in-state)
$8,172
$8,843
$9,690
Tuition and fees (out-of-state)
$19,925
$21,292
$23,550
Books and supplies
$854
$884
$906
Room and board (on campus)
$5,788
$6,094
$6,726
Financial Aid Information:
Financial Aid Office Phone: (517) 353-5940
Percentage of students receiving any financial aid: 92%
Average amount of types of financial aid received from:
Federal Grants: $3,712
State/Local Grants: $2,799
Institutional Grants: $4,868
Student Loans: $4,337
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