Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI
A large public land-grant university in East Lansing known for strengths in agriculture, education, and supply chain/business, plus a huge, spirited Big Ten athletics culture (football and a storied basketball program under Tom Izzo) that anchors much of campus life, backed by one of the largest Greek communities in the country.
85%
Acceptance rate
1090–1300
SAT range
22–28
ACT range
40,000
Undergrads
$15,057/yr
In-state tuition
$41,739/yr
Out-of-state tuition
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