by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow you’ll find the current cost per credit hour for part-time students at Michigan State University, plus the regular full-year tuition and fees for context.
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Part-time undergraduates from in state pay $580 for each credit hour. Out-of-state part-time students pay $1,472 per credit.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Per Credit Hour | $580 | $1,472 |
Keep in mind that the per-credit-hour rate is the sticker price and does not factor in any financial aid or scholarships a student may qualify for.
As a comparison, full-time undergraduate tuition and fees at Michigan State University are listed below.
Required fees account for added up to $340 in-state and $340 out-of-state; the remainder is straight tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $16,118 | $43,502 |
| Fees | $340 | $340 |
| Total | $16,458 | $43,842 |
The totals above are for instruction and do not cover housing and meals.
Below is how tuition at Michigan State University has changed over recent reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $14,750 | $40,562 |
| Two Years Ago | $15,192 | $41,778 |
| One Year Ago | $15,648 | $43,032 |
| Most Recent Year | $16,118 | $43,502 |
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition climbed 1.1%. At the same pace next year, tuition + fees would be roughly $44,320 next year.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so budget for the cost climbing as you progress.
Sketch out a multi-year budget that accounts for likely yearly increases so rising costs don’t blow up your plan.
The per-credit-hour rate is only one piece of the cost picture — aid and scholarships can meaningfully lower the real cost.
For information on financial aid at Michigan State University, visit the Michigan State University Financial Aid page.
Comparing to full-time enrollment? See the Michigan State University Tuition & Fees page.