by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. Also, learn how MSU compares to other colleges that offer international studies.
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MSU holds a strong position among schools offering international studies. In particular, it placed #35 out of 92 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #2 in Michigan.
In the most recent year for which we have data, Michigan State University conferred 61 bachelor’s degrees in international studies.
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 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the international studies majors at Michigan State University.
The international studies program at MSU offers the following related majors:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| International/Globalization Studies | 62 |
MSU conferred 62 degrees in international/globalization studies in the latest year of data — 74% to women and 26% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (66%).