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Michigan State University

East Lansing, Michigan · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$55,084

Acceptance Rate

84%

Graduation Rate

82%

Annual Tuition

$15,988

At a Glance

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Total Students

40,243

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Retention Rate

91%

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Faculty Ratio

17

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Financial Aid

33%

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Median Debt

$23,250

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Campus Setting

City

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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Institution Overview

Michigan State University is a public institution with a large student body of over 40,000. The university has a high acceptance rate of 83.9% and a strong retention rate of 91.4%. Over 80% of students graduate. The in-state tuition is $15,988.

Graduates see a positive return on their investment. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $50,898. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $55,084, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $67,253. The median debt for graduates is $23,250, and 33.4% of students receive financial aid.

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Earning Projection Over Time

$51k

1 YEAR

$55k

5 YEARS

$67k

10 YEARS

Top 21% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Michigan State University alumni earn a median salary of $50,898. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $55,084, and after ten years, the median salary is $67,253. The median debt for graduates is $23,250.

Michigan State University has an 83.9% acceptance rate and an 81.9% graduation rate. The university retains 91.4% of its students. The in-state tuition is $15,988, and 33.4% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

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East Lansing, Michigan

East Lansing, MI 48824-1046

Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, Michigan. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Michigan State University has an acceptance rate of 84%.