About MSU

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for 170 years.

A top global public research university, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery to make a better world while providing students with life-changing opportunities.

TOP RANKINGS

No. 28

Top public U.S. universities

Gold

Sustainability rating

No. 2

Nuclear physics graduate program

MSU Facts

Quick facts about MSU’s history, distinctions and campus community.

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Career Outcomes

Data about recent MSU graduates, including placement rates and salaries. MSU has a 93% placement rate for recent graduates.

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Institutional Diversity and Inclusion

MSU provides all Spartans with opportunities to reach their full academic and professional potential.

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Experience MSU

Campus Life

The MSU campus buzzes with ideas and energy, purpose and possibility created by Spartans. Join in.

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VISIT

MSU is one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the country, welcoming visitors from around the world.

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Board of Trustees

Information about board members, meetings, decisions, bylaws and policies.

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Office of the President

Presidential actions, initiatives and communications.

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Culture of Support

MSU is striving to create a trauma informed culture and to help our community respond to survivors of relationship violence, sexual assault, sexual harassment, and/or stalking in an informed and caring way.

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