International Application Instructions
More about Application Instructions
Admission to Michigan State University is competitive. For maximum consideration, submit your application one year prior to your desired semester of enrollment. Although paper application forms are available, it is preferable for you to submit your application online. Decisions are typically made eight to 12 weeks after all application materials are received.
Application Submission Instructions
- Complete the application for admission online or use the paper form.
- Prepare your required personal statement.
- Pay the $50 nonrefundable application fee (drawn on U.S. funds) using Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, or an electronic check (online applications only).
- Have official or certified copies of all transcripts, diplomas, marked sheets, and certificates sent from all high schools, colleges, and universities attended. Official translations must be provided when originals are not in English.
- Submit official high school transcripts if you have completed fewer than 28 semester credit hours.
- Submit the statement of financial proof with supporting bank statement. (This form is also included as part of the application for admission.)
- Provide proof of English proficiency if your first language is not English (TOEFL, SAT, IELTS, MSUELT, or MELAB accepted). The TOEFL code is 1465. International students are encouraged to submit SAT scores, if available. SAT scores are useful for determining academic admissibility and for placement in math and English composition classes.
Minimum English Requirements
International students whose first language is not English and who are admitted to Michigan State University with regular admission must meet one of the following language proficiency requirements. Students with acceptable academic credentials who do not meet language proficiency requirements may be admitted on provisional status. The following requirements pertain to undergraduate students only. Graduate applicants should consult MSU's Graduate School for minimum English language requirements.
For regular admission:
- Internet-based test: score of 79 with no subscore below 17
- Paper-based test: score of 550 with no subscore below 52
- Computer-based test: score of 213 with no subscore below 19
For provisional admission:
- Internet-based test: 45-78
- Paper-based test: 450-549
- Computer-based test: 133-212
For regular admission:
- Average score of at least 80 with no subscore below 80
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- Average score of at least 85 with no subscore below 78
For provisional admission:
For regular admission:
For regular admission:
For regular admission:
- Average score of 80 or higher
For regular admission:
Transfer Students
In addition to these application instructions, all transfer students must meet the university’s
transfer admission criteria to be considered for admission to Michigan State. Transfer students selecting a
limited enrollment major may have additional requirements.
Application Validity
Applications are valid for one year beyond the semester of submission. It is not necessary to submit a new application form or application fee during this period. To be considered for an alternate semester, contact the Office of Admissions before your application expires.
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