Michigan State University — East Lansing, MI
at Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI
Think twice
Listed Price
$30,528/yr
Starting Salary
$21,557
Finish Rate
82.2%
$30,528/yr
Full sticker price — tuition, housing, and fees before any aid
Students on financial aid pay $20,751/yr after grants & scholarships (saves $9,777/yr)
4 Years Total
$122,112
Typical Debt
$23,250
Interest You'd Owe
+$8,472
What You'd Really Pay
$91,476
That's about $264/month for 10 years after you graduate
Salary Boost
+-28%
Ahead After 10 Years
$124,094
Do you earn enough to justify the price?
How fast do you earn back what you spent?
How much more than skipping college?
Will you actually finish?
Data from the U.S. Department of Education. Salaries are what recent grads typically earn — yours could be higher or lower.
Costs can change. These numbers don't adjust for where you live, and only cover students who used federal financial aid. Not financial advice.