We look forward to meeting you soon! Please review the travel tips on this page carefully to help ensure that your journey to MSU goes as smoothly as possible.
Timing and Arrangements:
Once you receive your DS 2019, you can arrive in the USA up to 30 days prior to the program start date printed on your DS 2019 or up to 20 days after the program start date. Choose the date that is most convenient for you in consultation with your program coordinator. Try to avoid arriving during weekends since housing offices are usually closed on weekends and you will not be able to check in at the apartment you have pre-arranged.
Our most recommended way of getting to MSU is to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) and take the Michigan Flyer to campus or fly to Lansing Region International Airport (LAN) via Chicago (ORD) or other major US cities.
After arriving at the Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) and picking up your luggage, you will use the Michigan Flyer bus to travel to East Lansing. East Lansing will be the last stop the bus makes after leaving the airport. There are two Michigan Flyer stops at DTW: McNamara Terminal and Evans (North) Terminal.
It is very important that you know which terminal you are arriving and find out the correct pick up time in that terminal. You can visit Detroit Airport website for further information.
It is recommended that you order your Michigan Flyer ticket in advance on the Michigan Flyer website. You don't have to print the ticket. When you arrive at the terminal, go to the bus stop, and just tell the driver your name. They will check you in electronically. If you choose to pay with cash, the fares are slightly higher and you will need exact change. It is best to pay in advance online through the Michigan Flyer website.
For more information and departure timetables, refer to the Michigan Flyer schedule.