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The Michigan State University admission 2025 application is open for international students. Mentioned below are the deadlines for UG and PG admission at Michigan State:

  • Michigan State University deadline for undergraduate admission is Feb 01, 2025 (regular admission priority deadline)
  • International students can apply for MSU MBA admission in round III till Feb 17, 2025

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Michigan State University Courses and Fees 2025

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(60 courses)
INR 22 L - 62 L
Duration12-27 months
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 79 - 100, IELTS: 6.5 - 7, Duolingo: 110 & Above
MIM(19 courses)
INR 22 L - 38 L
Duration8-28 months
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 80 - 100, GMAT: 550 - 600, IELTS: 7 & Above
MBA/PGDM(20 courses)
INR 22 L - 46 L
Duration8-28 months
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 80 - 100, GMAT: 550 - 600, IELTS: 7 & Above
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Q:   Can I get into MSU with a 2.5 GPA?

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Admission at Michigan State University is based on consistent academic performance at all current and previously attended institutions. International students must have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher with strong grade performance. In Fall 2022, the high school GPA is 3.5-4.0 for admitted students and the composite ACT score is 23-29. It is optional to submit standardized test scores (e.g., ACT or SAT).

Q:   What is the acceptance rate of Michigan State University?

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Michigan State University is one of the best universities in the United States. The university is immensely popular among international students. Every year thousands of students from within the United States and around the world apply at Michigan State University. With an acceptance rate of 84% Michigan State University is less selective for admissions. Currently, Michigan State University is home to 51,000+ students with 8.7% international students

Q:   Does MSU accept IELTS?

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Yes, MSU accepts IELTS score. International students whose first language is not English must submit their English Language Proficiency test score to complete the admission application. The IELTS score for regular admission is 6.5 or higher and for Provisional admission, the score is 6.0. For Michigan State University MBA admission, international students require the IELTS (7).

Q:   How can an Indian get into Michigan State University?

A: 

Indian students who wish to study at MSU, must meet the Michigan State University admission requireemnts and submit the admission application by the deadline. Applicants must follow below Michigan State University application requirements to get into the university:

·      A non-refundable application fee of USD 75

·      Official transcript

·      Select the programme want to study at MSU

·      Submit your English Language Proficiency test score

·      Student's visa requirements

·      Prepare for the essay

Note: Must certify that all documents submitted as part of the application for admission are authentic

Q:   What is Michigan State University deadline for international students?

A: 

The Michigan State University application deadline for international students vary by program level. The Michigan State University early action deadline is 01 Nov, 2024, for UG admission. Mentioned below are the dealine for UG and PG admission:

MSU deadline for undergraduate admission in 2025:

Admission Type

Application deadline

Admissions decision by

Submit deposit by

Early action (non-binding)

01 Nov, 2024

15 Jan, 2025

01 May, 2025

Regular admission

01 Feb, 2025

31 Mar, 2025

01 May, 2025

Rolling

After 01 Feb, 2025

Rolling

01 May, 2025

MSU Graduate Deadline

Michigan State University graduate application deadline for international students varies from program to program. Mentioned below are the list of a few PG programs with their application deadline:

Graduate Programs

Application Deadline

Master of Fine Arts

Fall 2025: 05 Jan, 2025

Master of Arts in Journalism

Spring: 01 Nov

Fall: Mid-Jun

MS in Accounting

Round 1 Summer and Fall: 15 Jan, 2025

Round 2 Summer and Fall: 01 Mar, 2025 (if space available)

Spring: 01 Oct, 2024

MS in Finance

Round 1: 01 Feb, 2025

Round 2: 01 Mar, 2025

MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering

Fall: 31 Dec, 2024

Spring: 30 Sep, 2024

MS in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Fall: 30 Dec, 2024

Spring: 15 Sep, 2024

 
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Q:   Is schooling in Michigan State University worth the fee?

A: 

Yes, the Michigan State University fees worth it for international students because of its high rank in the world and quality of education. The Michigan State University placements is also impressive and recorded an mean base salary of INR 99 L

Q:   What is the tuition fees at Michigan State University for international students?

A: 

Michigan State University is among the popular universities in the US that offer quality education in undergraduate and graduate programs. Michigan State University fees for Indian students are affordable. Students can check below the Michigan State University fees:

Courses

Duration

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS (48 courses)

18 months-2 years

INR 21.8 L - 43.8 L

MIM (19 courses)

8-28 months

INR 21.8 L - 37.4 L

BE / BTech (17 courses)

4 years

INR 31.2 L - 34.3 L

BSc (35 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

PG Certificate (25 courses)

12 months

INR 11.5 L - 34.6 L

MBA/PGDM (3 courses)

21 months

INR 33.4 L - 45.4 L

BA (49 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

Others PG (22 courses)

18-27 months

INR 21.8 L - 61.6 L

BBA (19 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

MA (27 courses)

12-24 months

INR 21.8 L - 43.6 L

Others UG (12 courses)

3-4 years

INR 34.3 L

BAgri (6 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

LLM (6 courses)

12-24 months

INR 21.8 L - 30.8 L

MAgri (6 courses)

18 months-2 years

INR 21.8 L

MPH (1 course)

18-24 months

INR 32.1 L

BArch (3 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

BJMC (3 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

BHM (2 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

BSN (2 courses)

2-4 years

INR 34.3 L

BFA (2 courses)

4 years

INR 34.3 L

MFA (2 courses)

3 years

INR 25.7 L - 26.9 L

MSN (1 course)

2 years

INR 32.8 L

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Q:   How much is the application fee for Michigan State?

A: 

Michigan State University application fee for UG international applicants is USD 75. Even for graduate international applicants, the application fee is USD 75. This amount is equivalent to INR 6,200. International applicants can apply in the following way: 

  • UG: Common App / MSU application / Coalition App
  • PG: MSU application

Some of the documents that are required to apply to this university are academic transcripts, English language proficiency test results, recommendations, experience reports (as applicable), etc.

Q:   What are Michigan State University MBA fees?

A: 

The Michigan State University MBA fees for 1st year international students is INR 44,84,520. MSU full-time MBA is a 21 months master’s program. Students can check the complete 1st-year Michigan State University fees of the MBA programme below: 

Fee Components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 44,84,520

Hostel & Meals

INR 9,65,121

Insurance

INR 1,87,539

Transportation

INR 1,13,476

Personal & miscellaneous

INR 2,34,999

Books & supplies

INR 1,02,966

Total

INR 60,88,621

Check the list of the 10 Most Affordable MBA Colleges in the US

Q:   How much does it cost to study MS in Business Analytics at Michigan State University?

A: 

The duration of the MSU MS in Business Analytics is one year. For out-of-state students, the tuition fee for the MSBA programme is around USD 39,000. Other expenses that students have to pay while studying at MSU are:

Particulars

Expenses

Living expenses

USD 26,274

Student health insurance and expenses

USD 2,284

Books and software

USD 2,643

Other expenses

TBD

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3.9/5
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Internships3
Part time work3.2
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Quality of faculty4.7
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Value for money3.4
Public transportation4.3
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Cell and Molecular Biology - Master of Science - Batch of 2024
4.2
Great environment and energy throughout the campus.
Tips: Studying at MSU is truly a one-of-a-kind experience where you will be exposed to all sorts of people, cultures and activities among more. Here, the sports culture unites the entire study body and the campus is filled with things to do. Take a campus tour and get to know the ins and outs of campus that will give you space to study or get some time to yourself. Finally, MSU offers a number of scholarships that are need-based or merit-based and you can contact the admission office to know the eligibility criteria.
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Communicative Sciences and Disorders - Master of Arts - Batch of 2024
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I have had a great experience here. The people are very helpful and welcoming.
Tips: I have liked living here so far and the college town is small yet cosy and welcoming. The student body is also multicultural and vibrant and you can expect to meet all sorts of people here. I did not avail any scholarships but there are various financial aid options for international students.
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3.6
Good faculty and well connected routes for transportation.
Tips: Honesty, MSU is a great option if you are planning on pursuing a career path in STEM. Otherwise, it might not be the best fit for you. On the other hand, campus life and the student body are very welcoming and sports and campus culture are pretty fun.
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It was a great experience and cherished every moment here.
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Michigan State University Courses and Fees 2025 FAQs

Q:   Why did you choose Michigan State University over University of Michigan?

A: 

Both Michigan State University and the University of Michigan are top-ranked universities in the USA for international students. But, students choose Michigan State University over University of Michigan because of low tuition fees. The Michigan State University cost vary between INR 12 L to 62 L while the University of Michigan fees vary between INR 28 L to INR 63 L. This clearly shows that MSU is a cheaper university then UM.

Q:   What are the fees for an undergraduate course in civil engineering at Michigan State University (MSU)?

A: 

Michigan State University cost for an undergraduate course in civil engineering is INR 34 L for first-year study. International students can check the below table to know about the first-year package to study Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering at MSU:

Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Tuition & feesINR 34,33,696
Hostel & MealsINR 8,70,014
InsuranceINR 1,57,520
Books and suppliesINR 94,213
Personal/miscellaneousINR 3,17,864
Total approximate feesINR 48,73,307

Q:   Which university is better for a computer science undergraduate program - Arizona State University or Michigan State University?

A: 

Arizona State University is better than Michigan State University for a computer Science undergraduate programme because of low tuition fees. The table below includes the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science tuition fees for first year:

UniversitiesFirst-Year Tuition Fees
Arizona State UniversityINR 28.77 L
Michigan State UniversityINR 31.17 L

Q:   Which is better, pursuing an MBA from Harvard or from Michigan State University?

A: 

Both Harvard University and Michigan State University ranks among the top MBA universities in the world. But, if we compared them in terms of tuition fees, then Michigan State University MBA fees is between INR 33 L - 45 L, which is low as compared to Harvard University MBA fees, i.e., INR 18 L - 62 L. Therefore, Michigan State University is good choice to study MBA in the USA then Harvard.

Q:   What are Michigan State University MBA fees?

A: 

The Michigan State University MBA fees for 1st year international students is INR 44,84,520. MSU full-time MBA is a 21 months master’s program. Students can check the complete 1st-year Michigan State University fees of the MBA programme below: 

Fee Components

Amount

Tuition & fees

INR 44,84,520

Hostel & Meals

INR 9,65,121

Insurance

INR 1,87,539

Transportation

INR 1,13,476

Personal & miscellaneous

INR 2,34,999

Books & supplies

INR 1,02,966

Total

INR 60,88,621

Check the list of the 10 Most Affordable MBA Colleges in the US

Q:   How much are MSU tuition fees for international students?

A: 

Michigan State University fees for Indian students vary by programme from INR 12 L to INR 62 L. International students can check below the Michigan State University tuition fees of some popular courses:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS  (48 Courses)

INR 21.55 L - 43.3 L

BE / BTech  (17 Courses)

INR 30.87 L - 33.94 L

BBA  (19 Courses)

INR 33.94 L

MS (35 Courses)

INR 33.94 L

Others UG  (12 Courses)

INR 33.94 L

MBA/PGDM  (3 Courses)

INR 32.96 L - 44.85 L

Also read: Cost of Studying in the USA for International Students

Q:   What are the fees for an undergraduate course in civil engineering at Michigan State University (MSU)?

A: 

Michigan State University (MSU) fees for Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is around INR 34.56 L for first-year. International students can check the complete breakup of first-year cost to study BSCE:

Fees componentsAmount (for 1 year)
Tuition & feesINR 34,56,428
Hostel & MealsINR 8,75,773
InsuranceINR 1,58,562
Books and suppliesINR 94,836
Personal/miscellaneousINR 3,19,968
Total approximate feesINR 14,49,139

Q:   What are the best courses offered at Michigan State University?

A: 

International students can study over 300 Michigan State University courses at undergraduate and graduate levels in multiple specializations. Some popular courses at the university are:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MBA/PGDM

INR 22 L - 46 L

MS

INR 22 L - 62 L

MIM

INR 22 L - 38 L

BSc

INR 36 L

BE/BTech

INR 31 L - 36 L

MFA

INR 26 L - 27 L

BHM

INR 36 L

MPH

INR 32 L

MSN

INR 33 L

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