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Michigan State University

East Lansing, Michigan · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$55,084

Acceptance Rate

84%

Graduation Rate

82%

Annual Tuition

$15,988

At a Glance

Total Students

40,243

Retention Rate

91%

Faculty Ratio

17

Financial Aid

33%

Median Debt

$23,250

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Michigan State University is a large public institution with an acceptance rate of 83.9%. The university has a student body of 40,243 and a strong retention rate of 91.4%. The graduation rate is 81.9%. The in-state tuition is $15,988.

One year after graduation, alumni earn a median of $50,898, increasing to $55,084 after five years and $67,253 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $23,250, and 33.4% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

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. 33.4% of students receive financial aid. The in-state tuition is $15,988.

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Campus Location

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 83.9%.