Michigan State University College Portrait

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Students
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Admissions
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Classes and Campus Life
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Student Experiences
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Majors, Graduation and Next Steps
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Student Success & Progress
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Student Learning Outcomes
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Undergraduate and Graduate Student Total
Total Students	47,131

Undergraduate Student Demographic Breakdown
Gender
Total Undergraduate Students	36,058

Women	18,708	52%
Men	17,350	48%

Race/Ethnicity
American Indian / Alaskan Native	153	<1%
Asian	1,566	4%
African American / Black	2,665	7%
Hispanic	1,133	3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander	21	<1%
White	26,382	73%
Two or More Races	571	2%
International	2,994	8%
Race/Ethnicity Not Reported	573	2%

Geographic Distribution (Degree-Seeking)
Where do MSU undergraduates call home?

Michigan	84%
Other US States & Territories	8%
Other Countries	8%
Residency Unknown	<1%

How old are MSU undergraduates?
Average Age	20
Percent of Undergraduates Age 25 or Older	4%