Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI · public
Official site ↗Admissions
| Admit rate | 84.8% |
| Applicants | 62,138 |
| Middle-50% SAT | 1100–1310 |
| Middle-50% ACT | 26–31 |
| Avg GPA | 3.74 |
| Test policy | — |
| Avg net price / yr | $20,751 |
| Grad rate | 82% |
| Median earnings (10 yr) | $67,253 |
| Source | cds · 2024 |
Application requirements
| Early Action | 2025-11-01 |
| Regular / Rolling | 2026-04-01 |
| Application fee | $75 (US) · $75 (intl) |
| Personal essay | Required |
| Test policy | flexible |
Source: Common App first-year Requirements Grid, 2025-26 cycle. Confirm on the college's site — requirements can change mid-cycle.
Supplemental essays
- At the University of Michigan, we are focused on developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. In your essay, share with us how you are prepared to contribute to these goals. This could include the people, places, experiences, or aspirations that have shaped your journey and future plans (required for all applicants; 100 word minimum; 300 word maximum).· ~300 words
- Describe the unique qualities that attract you to the specific undergraduate college or school (including preferred admission and dual degree programs) to which you are applying at the University of Michigan. How would that curriculum support your interests (required for all applicants; 100 word minimum; 500 word maximum)?· ~500 words
Copied verbatim from the school's official admissions page (2025-26 cycle).