by our College Data Analytics TeamHere are the current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees at Michigan State University, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at Michigan State University amounted to $16,458 per year. Out-of-state undergraduates paid $43,842. The difference reflects the in-state residency discount.
The fees portion of those totals came to $340 in-state and $340 out-of-state; the remaining amount is tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,118 | $43,502 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
| Total | $16,458 | $43,842 |
These tuition and fee numbers are for one year of attendance and does not include room and board.
Remember that a lot of students receive financial aid and scholarships that bring down the real cost they pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much will Michigan State University cost if you attend part time? Visit the Cost Per Credit Hour page for the breakdown.
For some context, here is how Michigan State University tuition and fees stack up against other institutions. Each rating is relative to the average for that group of schools.
| Nationwide | In MI | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Expensive | Expensive | Expensive |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Expensive |
Relative to the national field, Michigan State University is relatively pricey.
Note that financial aid can substantially change the real price, so compare net cost too. Review the Michigan State University Financial Aid page for details.
Take a look at how tuition at Michigan State University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,750 | $40,562 |
| Two Years Ago | $15,192 | $41,778 |
| One Year Ago | $15,648 | $43,032 |
| Most Recent Year | $16,118 | $43,502 |
Below, the chart plots how tuition at Michigan State has tracked over the reported years.
Year over year, out-of-state tuition increased 1.1%. Holding that rate for one more year would put tuition + fees near $44,320 in the following year.
Tuition generally rises year after year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Get answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for more background.
Averaged across those years, in-state tuition and fees increased by 3.72%, so in-state cost a year out lands around $17,070. For out-of-state students, the average annual increase was 2.63%, putting next year’s out-of-state cost near $44,995.
Holding that rate, here is how tuition and fees could track over the next five years:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $17,070 | $44,995 |
| In 2 Years | $17,705 | $46,179 |
| In 3 Years | $18,363 | $47,394 |
| In 4 Years | $19,046 | $48,641 |
| In 5 Years | $19,754 | $49,921 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $187,209, or close to $72,184 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — financial aid can change the actual price a family pays substantially.
For more on the aid available at Michigan State University, visit the Michigan State University Financial Aid page.
