Michigan State University Spartans work to advance the common good with the uncommon will. The nation's pioneer land-grant university, MSU began as a bold experiment that democratized higher education and helped bring science and innovation into everyday life. Today, MSU is one of the top research universities in the world and home to a diverse community of dedicated students, scholars, athletes, artists, scientists, leaders.
More than 200 programs of undergraduate, graduate, and professional study
More than 275 study abroad programs in more than 60 countries on all continents
Among the top-producers of Fulbright Scholars in the U.S. (2018-19)
Member of the prestigious 62-member Association of American Universities
The Spartan community consists of 49,695 students (38,491 undergraduate; 10,633 postgraduate and professional) from across the United States and 138 countries as of fall 2020.
MSU is a proud supporter of diversity with 20.6 percent students of color and 9.1 percent international students; 51.86 percent are women and 48.14 percent are men.
MSU employs approximately 5,703 faculty and academic staff and 7,201 support staff.
There are over 576,000 living alumni worldwide.
External research expenditures totaled $725.7 million for 2019
Top US government funding agencies: Department of Energy, National Science Foundation, Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Agriculture, U.S. Agency for International Development, Department of Defense, and the Department of Education
Currently under construction, the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB) (a $730 million scientific user facility) will advance understanding of rare isotopes and provide research opportunities for scientists and students globally.
MSU is the only university in the U.S. with three medical schools on one campus: human, osteopathic, and veterinary. McLaren Health Care is building a new hospital on campus that will house more than 1,000 physicians, researchers and educators, opening in 2022.
First postsecondary institution in the U.S. to teach scientific agriculture. Today, Michigan State’s AgBioResearch funds the research of more than 300 scientists who conduct research in on-campus facilities and at 14 outlying research centers across the state
U.S. News & World Report ranks MSU:
One of the top 70 universities in the world, according to the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2019; MSU is among a group of 53 universities Times Higher Education calls “international powerhouses.”
Living on campus, or living near MSU in the East Lansing, Okemos, or Haslett areas will offer you and your family affordable and safe living. According to Town and Country Magazine, Okemos is the fourth best place to live in America, reflecting several key factors including the quality of local schools, crime rates, housing trends, employment statistics, and access to amenities. Our neighboring K-12 systems (elementary, middle, and high schools) are among the top in Michigan and the U.S. Housing and living costs are moderate compared to big cities in the U.S. and there are many grocery and retail stores, restaurants, banks, libraries, museums, and parks and recreation facilities.
MSU's campus is only three miles away from Lansing, Michigan’s capital city, home to the state government. Capital Regional International Airport (LAN) is located in Lansing and provides daily flights to the nation's busiest travel hubs (like Detroit, Chicago, and Minneapolis). Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) is less than two hours driving distance, and the Michigan Flyer bus provides easy access from DTW to East Lansing. Chicago, the third largest city in the U.S., is only four hours driving distance. Close to the East coast, you can easily visit New York City, Washington D.C. and Florida by car or plane.
Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, Michigan. Michigan is a mid-western U.S. state with a population of 10 million people. Nicknamed the “Great Lakes State,” Michigan borders four Great Lakes, including Lake Michigan, Lake Superior, Lake Eerie, and Lake Huron. Lake Michigan is the largest body of fresh water in the United States and the world’s fifth largest lake. Michigan also has more than 11,000 inland lakes which spread across its lower and upper peninsulas. Michigan’s lakes provide not only clean and fresh water to its residents but also recreational activities such as swimming, fishing, sailing, and many other water sports.
There are 103 state parks and recreation areas in Michigan, and Michigan residents are never more than an hour away from a state park or recreation area. Michigan’s combined natural wonders of lakes, beaches, forests, waterfalls, and sand dunes attract over one hundred million visitors annually. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, Mackinac Island, Sleeping Bear Dune National Lakeshore, Isle Royale National Park, and Tahquamenon Falls are all top vacation destinations in Michigan.
Michigan's business climate is stronger than ever and its automobile industry is booming again. Michigan is number one in automotive-related jobs and businesses and a leader in the global mobility community. As the center of the U.S. automotive industry, it is the home to US's three major automobile companies - General Motor, Ford, and Chrysler. In addition to advanced manufacturing, Michigan has developed a diverse economy including aerospace, agribusiness, cybersecurity, and defense.