Michigan State
Michigan State University · East Lansing, Michigan · Public
Michigan State admitted 83% of 62,965 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1100–1310 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 83% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Michigan State
Enter a score to see whether Michigan State is a reach, target or likely school for you.
Based on the admit rate (83%) alone. Add a score for a sharper read.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more.
Early decision and early action
Michigan State doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
4,241 students were offered a spot on the waitlist, and 2,254 were admitted from it.
What admissions weighs
How Michigan State rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
Important
- Course rigor
- Essay
- Activities
Considered
- Test scores
- Interview
- Talent or ability
- Character
- First generation
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Recommendations
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
What it costs
Full price with housing is $32,668 in-state and $60,052 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $24,630 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
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