 |
|
|
|
Michigan State University is a co-educational public research university, located in East Lansing, Michigan. It was founded in 1855. MSU has the eighth largest student body in the United States. It enrolls more than 45,000 students annually. It offers a variety of degrees and programs through the following academic divisions:
MSU's sports teams are nicknamed the Spartans.
To learn more about Michigan State, read CityTownInfo's exclusive interview with the University's career director.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Michigan State is known for its programs in science and media.
The school is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 480. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 540 and 660.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Michigan State is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
There are 46,045 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
Michigan State offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Big Ten Conference.
More complete details are provided below.
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI 48824-1046
General Phone: (517) 355-1855
http://www.msu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 1,747 | accounting, finance, business management, logistics, marketing, merchandising and buying, business, labor relations, ... |
| Liberal Arts | 1,538 | social services, English, economics, political science, sociology, international relations, history, Spanish language, ... |
| Media | 1,071 | advertising, communication studies, radio and television, journalism, public relations, health communication, mass communication |
| Science | 966 | biology, physiology, zoology, chemistry, microbiology, physics, biochem/biophysics/molecular biology, geology, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 730 | education, curriculum and instruction, educational administration, education of learning disabled, instructional media design, school counseling, adult education, reading teaching, ... |
| Engineering | 704 | engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering, bioengineering, materials science, environmental engineering, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 580 | psychology, clinical social work, school psychology, music therapy, educational psychology, marriage and family therapy |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 449 | exercise science, dietitian, nutrition sciences, parks and recreation management, athletic trainer, vocational counseling, rehabilitation |
| Medicine | 342 | osteopathic medicine, veterinary medicine, medicine, pre-veterinary, neuroscience, large animal medicine, veterinary biomedical sciences |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 250 | registered nursing, nurse practitioner, nursing science |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 234 | criminal justice and administration, forensic science |
| Family and Social Work | 224 | family and community services, social work, child development, public administration, human nutrition, family and consumer science, family systems, merchandising and retailing, ... |
| Hospitality | 206 | hospitality management, restaurant and food services management |
| Medical Support and Technology | 205 | audiology and speech pathology, clinical lab tech, veterinary assistant |
| Music | 153 | music performance, music pedagogy, conducting, music theory and composition, jazz, music, musicology, piano |
| Landscaping and Horticulture | 138 | horticultural science, soil science, landscaping, turf management, plant sciences |
| Mathematics | 136 | mathematics, statistics, applied mathematics, computational mathematics |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 129 | wildlife management, environmental studies, forestry, natural resource economics, environmental science, natural resources management, conservation |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 122 | computer and info science, computer engineering, information science |
| Animal Science and Care | 121 | animal science, dairy science, equine science, animal husbandry |
| Engineering Technician | 113 | construction engineering tech |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 96 | agricultural management, food science, agricultural economics, agricultural journalism, crop production |
| Architecture and Planning | 92 | urban planning, landscape architecture, environmental design |
| Design | 90 | interior design, fashion design |
| Law | 85 | pre-law |
| Art Studies | 60 | art studies |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 29 | drama |
| Religion and Philosophy | 16 | philosophy, religion |
| Fine Arts | 11 | art history and criticism |
| Construction Trades | 4 | electrician |
Number of programs and degrees for Michigan State in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 7,941 | 112 |
| Master's degree | 1,817 | 110 |
| Doctor's degree | 446 | 88 |
| First-professional degree | 324 | 3 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 101 | 10 |
| Post-master's certificate | 12 | 3 |
In 2007-2008, Michigan State had a total enrollment of 46,045 students (40,200 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 45% |
| Women | 55% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 75% |
| Graduate | 21% |
| First Professional | 4% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 7% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 9% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 31% |
| 20-21 | 31% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Michigan | 84% |
| (International Students) | 5% |
| Illinois | 4% |
| Ohio | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| New York | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 91 % |
| Part-Time | 52 % |
Michigan State offers campus housing for 16,759 of its 40,200 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of East Lansing, Michigan for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Michigan Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 25,589 | 17,919 | 70% | 7,555 | 42% |
| Men | 11,699 | 7,691 | 66% | 3,382 | 44% |
| Women | 13,890 | 10,228 | 74% | 4,173 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 480 | 620 |
| SAT Math | 540 | 660 |
| SAT Writing | 480 | 610 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 28 |
| ACT Composite | 23 | 27 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 18% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 87% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 10,214 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 25,672 |
| Room and board | $ 7,076 |
| Room charge | $ 2,900 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,726 |
| Books and supplies | $ 944 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,696 |
Financial Aid:
Michigan State participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 229000)
Michigan State has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 1,054 | 405 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 250 | 197 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 390 | 319 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 241 | $149,195 | 57 | $138,247 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 79 | $102,276 | 46 | $95,623 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 99 | $74,668 | 72 | $76,217 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 40 | $37,501 | 58 | $41,373 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 459 | $115,312 | 233 | $86,549 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 478 | $123,276 | 139 | $120,438 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 278 | $90,106 | 174 | $82,212 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 268 | $71,589 | 229 | $65,253 |
| Instructor | academic year | 33 | $45,114 | 49 | $48,777 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 1,057 | $99,007 | 591 | $81,859 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Big Ten Conference |
| Basketball | Big Ten Conference |
| Baseball | Big Ten Conference |
| Track | Big Ten Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 254 | 215 | 469 |
| Football | 75 | 0 | 75 |
| Track | 31 | 26 | 57 |
| Baseball | 34 | 0 | 34 |
| Basketball | 12 | 15 | 27 |
| All Other Sports | 102 | 174 | 276 |
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agricultural Business and Management, General
Agricultural Communication/Journalism
Agricultural Economics
Crop Production
Food Science
ANIMAL SCIENCE AND CARE
Animal Sciences, General
Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production
Dairy Science
Horse Husbandry/Equine Science and Management
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
Environmental Design/Architecture
Landscape Architecture (BS, BSLA, BLA, MSLA, MLA, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Finance, General
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Labor Studies
Labor and Industrial Relations
Logistics and Materials Management
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Merchandising and Buying Operations
Operations Management and Supervision
Organizational Behavior Studies
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Information Science/Studies
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Forestry, General
Natural Resource Economics
Natural Resources Management and Policy
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Electrician
DESIGN
Fashion/Apparel Design
Interior Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching
Agricultural Teacher Education
Art Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Curriculum and Instruction
Education, General
Education/Teaching Individuals - Hearing Impairments
Education/Teaching Individuals - Specific Learning Disabilities
Educational Evaluation and Research
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Educational/Instructional Media Design
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education
Special Education and Teaching, General
Teaching English as Second/Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
ENGINEERING
Agricultural/Biological Engineering and Bioengineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering, General
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Engineering Mechanics
Engineering, General
Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering
Materials Science
Mechanical Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Consumer Merchandising/Retailing Management
Family Systems
Family and Community Services
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General
Housing and Human Environments, General
Human Nutrition
Public Administration
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Restaurant/Food Services Management
LANDSCAPING AND HORTICULTURE
Horticultural Science
Landscaping and Groundskeeping
Plant Sciences, General
Soil Science and Agronomy, General
Turf and Turfgrass Management
LIBERAL ARTS
American/United States Studies/Civilization
Anthropology
Classical/Ancient Mediterranean/Near Eastern Studies & Archaeology
East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, Other
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
Geography
German Language and Literature
Hispanic-American,Puerto Rican & Mexican-American/Chicano Studies
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
International Relations and Affairs
International/Global Studies
Linguistics
Political Science and Government, General
Russian Language and Literature
Social Sciences, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Speech and Rhetorical Studies
Technical and Business Writing
Urban Studies/Affairs
MATHEMATICS
Applied Mathematics
Computational Mathematics
Mathematics, General
Statistics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Health Communication
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Public Relations/Image Management
Radio and Television
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
MEDICINE
Large Animal/Food Animal & Equine Surgery/Medicine (Cert,MS,PhD)
Medicine (MD)
Neuroscience
Osteopathic Medicine/Osteopathy (DO)
Pre-Veterinary Studies
Veterinary Biomedical and Clinical Sciences, Other (Cert, MS PhD)
Veterinary Medicine (DVM)
MUSIC
Conducting
Jazz/Jazz Studies
Music Pedagogy
Music Performance, General
Music Theory and Composition
Music, General
Musicology and Ethnomusicology
Piano and Organ
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Family Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner
Nursing Science (MS, PhD)
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Dietetics/Dietitian (RD)
Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Nutrition Sciences
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religion/Religious Studies
SCIENCE
Astrophysics
Biochemistry
Biochemistry/Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biological and Physical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Botany/Plant Biology
Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology
Chemical Physics
Chemistry, General
Entomology
Environmental Biology
Environmental Toxicology
Epidemiology
Genetics, General
Geology/Earth Science, General
Microbiology, General
Molecular Genetics
Pathology/Experimental Pathology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Physical Sciences
Physics, General
Physiology, General
Plant Genetics
Plant Pathology/Phytopathology
Science, Technology and Society
Zoology/Animal Biology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Forensic Science and Technology
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Clinical/Medical Social Work
Educational Psychology
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Music Therapy/Therapist
Psychology, General
School Psychology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Michigan State Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 12% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force) Offers athletic scholarships NCAA athletic conference member
Try our unique CollegeMatch™ tool to find schools similar to Michigan State.
Click occupation names for extensive details, including salary and other job data.
(Based on an automated mapping of degrees popular at Michigan State with government-defined occupation categories)
|
|
|
Selected QuickSchools™ With Program Focus Areas Similar To Michigan State(What are QuickSchools?)
Science
Career Stories from workers: daily activities, job tips, best/worst job aspects, training, etc.
Daily Career & Education News from our staff. We're an approved Google News provider!
Resource Center. A starting point for all CityTownInfo career and college resources.
Career Overviews of hundreds of careers: descriptions, salaries, forecasts, schools, more.
Best Careers Not Requiring Degrees: Good pay, job growth, low need for degrees.
Helpful Articles, many in "how-to" format; e.g., "How to Become a Chef".
These lists link to thousands of detailed school profiles.
Colleges by State. Nearly every college and trade school in the country.
Colleges Listed Alphabetically. About 7,000 colleges & trade schools, including online schools.
Colleges by Major City. Browse cities with multiple college options.
Online Colleges. Colleges with online degree programs.
Graduate Schools by State. Colleges offering graduate degree programs.
Graduate Schools by Major City. Find cities with multiple graduate school options.
Information is not guaranteed to be correct. Please check with individual schools for the most accurate and recent information.
Copyright © QuinStreet, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
