Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI
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    294 faculty · 0 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering53 faculty avg h-index 28.8 #13 of 34 in Electrical & Computer Engineering
    Anil Jain, University Distinguished Professor h-index 170
    Notable: “Data clustering” (1999) · 13,188 citations
    Kalyanmoy Deb, University Distinguished Professor h-index 120
    Notable: “A fast and elitist multiobjective genetic algorithm: NSGA-II” (2002) · 47,824 citations
    Wen Li, Professor h-index 61
    MEMS/NEMS technologies and systems, micro sensors and actuators, biomimetic devices and systems, microfluidic and lab-on-chip systems, and microsystem integration and packaging technologies. Education Ph.D., California Institute of
    Notable: “Microfluidic fabrication of microparticles for biomedical applications” (2018) · 577 citations
    Tongtong Li, Professor h-index 46
    Lie in wireless security, cognitive networks, wireless sensor networks, cyber-physical systems, wireless communications, digital signal processing, and information theory. Current projects in Prof. Li's BAWC (Broadband Access and Wireless C
    Notable: “Comparative Analysis of the Intestinal Bacterial Communities in Different Species of Carp by Pyrosequencing” (2014) · 296 citations
    Mechanical Engineering45 faculty avg h-index 24.1 #21 of 70 in Mechanical Engineering
    Yang Guo, Associate Professor h-index 46
    To understand large-strain plastic deformation, including plastic instability, ductile fracture, plastic flow control and deformation-microstructure-property relationship, with the emphasis on the applications in a wide range of processe
    Notable: “Review of catalytic supercritical water gasification for hydrogen production from biomass” (2009) · 560 citations
    Xinpeng Zhao, Assistant Professor h-index 37
    Notable: “Highly efficient solar vapour generation via hierarchically nanostructured gels” (2018) · 2,053 citations
    Zhaojian Li, Red Cedar Distinguished Associate Professor h-index 34
    Robotics and Autonomous Vehicles, Intelligent Transportation System, Reinforcement Learning, Vehicle Dynamics, and Optimal Control. Education Ph.D., Aerospace Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, 2015 M.S., Aerospa
    Notable: “Multi-Agent Deep Reinforcement Learning for Large-Scale Traffic Signal Control” (2019) · 980 citations
    Manoochehr Koochesfahani, University Distinguished Professor h-index 34
    Turbulent Shear Flows and Turbulent Mixing Unsteady Fluid Mechanics and Aerodynamics Optical Diagnostics Techniques Molecular Tagging Diagnostics Quantum Dot Imaging of Fluid Flow Selected Publications Bohl, D.G. and Koochesfahani, M.M., &q
    Psychology39 faculty avg h-index 28.8 #22 of 89 in Psychology
    Kelly Klump, MSU Foundation Professor h-index 75
    Notable: “Genome-wide association study identifies eight risk loci and implicates metabo-psychiatric origins for anorexia nervosa” (2019) · 1,183 citations
    Rebecca Campbell, University Distinguished Professor h-index 62
    Notable: “Revising the SES: A Collaborative Process to Improve Assessment of Sexual Aggression and Victimization” (2007) · 1,256 citations
    S. Alexandra Burt, SSC Diamond Distinguished Professor h-index 61
    Notable: “Rethinking environmental contributions to child and adolescent psychopathology: A meta-analysis of shared environmental influences.” (2009) · 468 citations
    Brooke Ingersoll, Professor h-index 51
    Notable: “Naturalistic Developmental Behavioral Interventions: Empirically Validated Treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder” (2015) · 1,372 citations
    Communication28 faculty avg h-index 16.2 #6 of 12 in Communication
    Anna R McAlister, Assistant Professor h-index 23
    Dar Meshi, Associate Professor h-index 22
    Notable: “Hippocampal neurogenesis is not required for behavioral effects of environmental enrichment” (2006) · 450 citations
    Juan Mundel, Associate Dean and Associate Professor h-index 13
    Mariah L Wellman, Assistant Professor h-index 8
    Notable: “Ethics of Authenticity: Social Media Influencers and the Production of Sponsored Content” (2020) · 261 citations
    Business Administration23 faculty avg h-index 27.3 #22 of 59 in Business Administration
    Kent Miller, Chairperson and Professor h-index 37
    Notable: “A Framework for Integrated Risk Management in International Business” (1992) · 1,075 citations
    Dorothy Carter, Associate Professor h-index 19
    Notable: “The topology of collective leadership” (2012) · 308 citations
    Libby Weber, Associate Professor h-index 13
    Notable: “Designing Effective Contracts: Exploring the Influence of Framing and Expectations” (2011) · 244 citations
    Musaib Ashraf, Associate Professor h-index 8
    Notable: “The Impact of Audit Committee Information Technology Expertise on the Reliability and Timeliness of Financial Reporting” (2019) · 194 citations
    Sociology21 faculty avg h-index 17.6 #8 of 39 in Sociology
    Barbara Schneider, John A. Hannah University Distinguished Professor h-index 54
    Notable: “A national experiment reveals where a growth mindset improves achievement” (2019) · 1,461 citations
    Aaron M. McCright, Professor h-index 45
    Notable: “The Politicization of Climate Change and Polarization in the American Public's Views of Global Warming, 2001–2010” (2011) · 2,305 citations
    Zhenmei Zhang, Professor h-index 35
    Notable: “Characterization of the late embryogenesis abundant (LEA) proteins family and their role in drought stress tolerance in upland cotton” (2018) · 301 citations
    Clifford Broman, Professor h-index 32
    Notable: “Sex Differences in Psychiatric Help-Seeking: Evidence from Four Large-Scale Surveys” (1981) · 613 citations

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About Michigan State University. Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI reports an overall acceptance rate of 84.8%, an SAT middle 50% of 1100–1310, a class size of 9,829, and a yield of 21.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Big Ten flagship with $720M+ in research funding. Known for education, engineering, and supply chain management programs. Very large campus with 43K+ undergrads.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    Michigan State University: key admissions facts

    Michigan State University's overall acceptance rate is 84.8% (the most recent Common Data Set). Michigan State University's SAT middle-50% range is 1100–1310 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Michigan State University is about 3.7 (the most recent Common Data Set). Michigan State University's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 21.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Michigan State University for families earning under $75,000 is about $11,473 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · Michigan State University on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does Michigan State University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $7,068 per year in net price at Michigan State University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $28,546 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $16,521 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Michigan State University: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$7,068
    $30,001–$48,000$10,830
    $48,001–$75,000$16,521
    $75,001–$110,000$22,703
    Over $110,000$28,546
    Tuition (in-state, before aid)$16,118
    Tuition (out-of-state, before aid)$43,502
    Room and board$12,564

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at Michigan State University?

    Michigan State University's overall acceptance rate is 84.8%, based on the most recent Common Data Set.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for Michigan State University?

    Admitted students at Michigan State University typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1100–1310 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.7, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into Michigan State University?

    Getting into Michigan State University is relatively accessible: it admits 84.8% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does Michigan State University offer early decision or early action?

    Michigan State University offers early action (non-binding).

    How much does Michigan State University cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at Michigan State University — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $11,473 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does Michigan State University cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $7,068 per year in net price at Michigan State University, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $28,546 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $16,521 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Not sure how to read these numbers? Start with our guide on how to estimate your admission chances.