by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at MSU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #2 out of 3 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks MSU highly for international studies, placing at #40 out of 102 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best International Studies Schools | 40 of 102 |
| Best International Studies Schools in Michigan | 2 of 3 |
| Best International Studies Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 6 of 12 |
The table below lists every degree level available for international studies at MSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 61 |
| Graduate Certificate | 1 |
During the most recent reporting year, Michigan State University conferred 61 bachelor’s degrees in international studies.
MSU is a solid choice among schools offering international studies at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #2 out of 3 schools by College Factual.
International Studies majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from MSU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $55,524 a year. This is below $69,754, the median for all majors at MSU.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at MSU, international studies graduates take on a median debt of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than $25,213, the typical median for all majors at MSU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $14,750 | $44,510 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 26% of international studies bachelor’s degrees went to men and 74% went to women.
The majority of international studies bachelor’s degree graduates at MSU are White. Roughly 67% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Michigan State University with a bachelor’s in international studies.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 9 |
| Black or African American | 5 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 41 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
MSU granted 61 bachelor’s completions in international/globalization studies in the most recent reporting year — 74% to women and 26% to men. The largest share of these graduates were White (67%).
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at MSU. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Graduate Certificate Degrees in International Studies | 1 |
