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2026-27 cycleEast Lansing, MI
Michigan State University
Michigan State University is a public land-grant research university in East Lansing, Michigan. Known for top-ranked programs in supply chain management, agricultural sciences, and nuclear physics, MSU provides a dynamic environment for world-class education and research.
Acceptance rate
85%
Undergrad enrollment
38,996
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$65
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipMerit Scholarship Consideration Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionPriority Regular Decision Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision Deadline | April 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Priority Deadline | May 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Michigan State University does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.