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Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 170 years. A top 100 global university, leading U.S. public research institution and member of the Association of American Universities, MSU brings people together around a shared purpose to improve lives and create meaningful progress in Michigan and around the world.

As the nation’s premier land-grant university, MSU expands access to an outstanding education and puts knowledge into action. Through research, teaching, outreach and partnerships, Spartans turn discoveries into solutions, strengthen communities and help drive Michigan’s economy. With more than 400 areas of study, including nationally ranked programs, MSU educates more undergraduates than any other institution in the state and is a major source of talent for Michigan.

From world-leading research at the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams to lifesaving discoveries like the anticancer drug cisplatin, Spartans have a long history of turning ideas into lasting impact. Today, students, faculty, staff, alumni and partners continue that work by advancing knowledge, creating opportunity and strengthening communities for a better future.

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 170 years. A top 100 global university and leading U.S. public research institution, MSU brings people together to put knowledge into action, improve lives and create meaningful progress in Michigan and around the world. As the nation’s premier land-grant university, MSU expands access to a life-changing education, advances research that addresses real-world needs and prepares students to make a difference in their careers and communities. With more than 400 programs of study, MSU educates more undergraduates than any other university in the state and is a major source of talent, innovation and opportunity for Michigan.

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