Master of Science in Computer Science 

at Michigan State University, East Lansing

The submission of SAT / ACT score is optional at Michigan State Uni for international UG applicants. However, the university is accepting SAT / ACT scores from applicants who wish to submit these to meet the English language requirements, as well as for admission and scholarship consideration. Those who want to submit these test scores have to mention in the application whether they want their test score to be included or excluded from the admission evaluation. According to the first-year class profile for Fall 2023 (in the context of international students), the admission statistics are given below:

• SAT: 1100-1310
• ACT Composite: 24-30 

Michigan State University is one of the top research universities in the world. The university is ranked among the top 100 universities in the US and one of the top ranked university in the world. The university offers over 400 academic programs and the students-faculty ratio is 16:1. At MSU, there are 8.7% international students and they get scholarships to them based on the criteria.

The Michigan State University application deadline for international students vary by program level. The Michigan State University early action deadline is 01 Nov, 2024, for UG admission. Mentioned below are the dealine for UG and PG admission:

MSU deadline for undergraduate admission in 2025:

MSU Graduate Deadline

Michigan State University graduate application deadline for international students varies from program to program. Mentioned below are the list of a few PG programs with their application deadline:

International students can get both on-campus and off-campus houding at Michigan State University campus. The cost of attendance at the university includes tuition & fees with other expenses associated. The table below includes the estimated cost of attendance for undergraduate students for the 2025-26 academic year:

No, it is not too difficult to get admissio at Michigan State University because of its acceptance rate. As per the official enrollment data, the Michigan State University acceptance rate is around 84% for international students. The acceptance rate is not highly competitive for international students to get into CSU. Students need a good academic score and GPA score to increase their chance of admission. Applicants can check last two years MSU enrollment data for UG admission:

International students must meet the Michigan State admissions requirements to get into the university. They must complete a bachelor's degree for graduate and a high-school degree for undergraduate admission. Students must meet the programme requirements and apply for Michigan State rolling admission to study. Mentioned below are Michigan State University admission requirements for UG and PG admission:

MSU UG requirements

• If you are currently in upper secondary school, submit an official attested copy of grade 10 secondary school external exam board results. Internal, official school transcripts for coursework in grades 11 and 12.
• If you completed upper secondary school, submit an official attested copy of grade 10 secondary school external exam board results. Official, attested copy of senior secondary school external exam board results.
• Must meet the English language proficiency requirements
• The ACT or SAT score is optional

MSU PG requirements

• Must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
• Submit official transcripts
• Must have a qualified GPA in a related discipline
• The GMAT/GRE test score is optional
• Must meet the English language proficiency requirements
• Letters of Recommendation (if required)

Know more about the Requirements to Study in the USA for International Students

As an International student, one should be prepared with scanned copies of all the admission documents needed for MSU admissions. All of these documents are required while filling the online application form via the MSU admission portal, the Common App, or the Coalition App. 

The list of the documents required is given below for Michigan State University: 

• Official, attested academic transcripts

  • Grade 10–12 for Undergraduate (UG) applicants

  • Bachelor's degree transcripts for Postgraduate (PG) applicants

• Proof of English proficiency  (IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, as applicable)

• Passport copy  (valid and clearly scanned)

• Financial ability evidence  (bank statements or sponsorship letters)

• Letters of Recommendation  (for graduate programs)

• Statement of Purpose (SOP)  (if required by the program)

• Certified English translations of documents not originally in English

International students can check below the Michigan State University tuition fees:

Also read: Cost of Studying in the USA for International Students

International students must follow the Michigan State University application process to get into the university. Applicants can complete the process by submitting the required documents and test score (if required) as per the program. Mentioned below is the application process for UG admissions at MSU:

Also read: Documents required for filling Applications for Universities in the USA

There are around 9 master's programs available at Michigan State University for international students. On the other hand,  SPA in Delhi offers only 3 master's programs for students. The cost of a master's at SPA Delhi is just INR 1.8 L (complete fees). However, the cost of a master's from MSU varies from INR 22 L to INR 62 L for first-year. MSU placements are also better than SPA as graduates can earn an average salary of INR 1 crores annually.