East Lansing, MI · Kalamazoo, MI · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Michigan State University | Western Michigan University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 84.8% | 84.6% |
| In-State Tuition | $16,458 | $15,252 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $43,842 | $19,034 |
| Average Net Price | $23,657 | $17,331 |
| Graduation Rate | 81.0% | 58.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 52,089 | 16,744 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 17 | 16 |
GradFax Analysis
Both are competitive to get into. Michigan State University accepts 84.8% of applicants; Western Michigan University accepts 84.6%. Tuition is close: $16,458 at Michigan State University, $15,252 at Western Michigan University. Michigan State University graduates 81% of students in 6 years. Western Michigan University graduates 58%.
Bottom Line
After aid, the average student pays $23,657/year at Michigan State University and $17,331/year at Western Michigan University. Western Michigan University is cheaper for most people.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Western Michigan University. It accepts 84.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Western Michigan University, on average. After aid, students pay $17,331/year versus $23,657/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Michigan State University: 81% of students finish in 6 years. Western Michigan University is at 58%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.