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Michigan State University
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  • EAST LANSING, MI
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Michigan State University
#2 in Best Colleges in Michigan
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    Michigan State University Admissions

    What is the acceptance rate for MSU?

    Michigan State admissions is somewhat selective with an acceptance rate of 76%. Students that get into Michigan State have an average SAT score between 1100-1300 or an average ACT score of 23-29. The regular admissions application deadline for Michigan State is rolling. Interested students can apply for early action, and the Michigan State early action deadline is November 1.
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    Admissions Statistics

    Acceptance Rate
    76%
    Early Decision Acceptance Rate
    Total Applicants
    45,424
    SAT Range
    1100-1300
    SAT Reading
    550-640
    SAT Math
    550-660
    Students Submitting SAT
    80%
    ACT Range
    23-29
    ACT English
    22-30
    ACT Math
    22-28
    ACT Writing
    8-9
    Students Submitting ACT
    36%

    Admissions Deadlines

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Early Decision Deadline
    Early Action Deadline
    November 1
    Offers Early Decision
    No
    Offers Early Action
    Yes
    Application Fee
    $65
    Application Website
    admissions.msu.edu/apply
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
    Accepts Coalition App
    Yes

    Admissions Requirements

    What Really Matters When Applying
    • High School GPA
      Required
    • High School Rank
      Recommended
    • High School Transcript
      Required
    • College Prep Courses
      Required
    • SAT/ACT
      Considered but not required
    • Recommendations
      Recommended
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