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Comparable Schools'
Academics Grades:
Quick StatsStudent-Faculty Ratio
17:1
Faculty with Terminal Degree
93 %
College Prowler Take
Michigan State University has an excellent academic reputation. Many people consider MSU’s business, education, communication, veterinary, mathematics, journalism, and engineering majors to be the most successful at transforming students into future scholars and leaders. Most students find the professors at MSU helpful and approachable. However, many students find that it can be difficult to vie for a professor’s attention in some of the University’s crowded required classes. Just like any school, there are two types of professors at MSU: there are some that really want students to learn as much as they can from the course; and then there are a few that don’t mind lecturing for two hours in a monotonous tone, to a classroom filled with students either half awake or working on a crossword puzzle in the newspaper. One thing students from all colleges can agree on is that, when they come to MSU, they better be prepared to work hard and make their studies a priority. If they want to survive four years of attending MSU, the best advice is to grab a pen and notebook and pay attention in class. Usually the professors are more than willing to answer any questions before or after class—but be warned, very few professors, if any, will spoon-feed students course material. The initial plunge into college courses can be quite intimidating at first, but there are plenty of resources available on MSU’s campus to help new students adjust to college academics. Take advantage of office hours and help sessions, and create study groups to survive university requirements. Also, try to do as much research on professors and courses as possible before enrolling in classes. The advantage of attending such a large school is that there are plenty of other students who can offer advice about the class. With over 5,000 faculty and academic staff members, students are bound to find at least a few inspiring professors. Students Speak Out
Love your school more than free food? Hate your school more than term papers?
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Anonymous says:  |
It’s like high school. There are...
It’s like high school. There are good instructors and there are also bad ones. Most of my classes are pretty interesting, but they are only as good as the instructor. Ask your friends which ones were great and which ones to avoid. |
Anonymous says: |
All of my teachers had office...
All of my teachers had office hours that made them easily accessible for me. They’re required to have three office hours a week, I believe, and were willing to set up appointments to provide additional help if necessary. I think they’re pretty good. |
Anonymous says: |
Overall, the teachers at this...
Overall, the teachers at this university are pretty good. However, they can vary in their English-speaking skills and teaching methods such that two different sections of the exact same class could be completely different. I find my classes very interesting because they’re becoming more specialized. |
Anonymous says: |
My teachers run the range from...
My teachers run the range from very exciting and enthusiastic to dull and boring, and from responsible and professional to like one-of-the-guys. Overall, I like all of my teachers. I think that I get a lot out of sitting in class. I enjoy my classes, as well. I naturally have mostly music classes, being a music major, and so the few non-music classes that I have, I enjoy very much because it mixes up my day. I like the subject matter in all of my classes, as well. |
Anonymous says: |
The math department stinks for...
The math department stinks for undergraduates: most classes are taught by teaching assistants who don’t speak English well. Some professors teach those classes, though, so when you sign up you need to make sure that there’s a professor’s name next to the class; otherwise, a TA is probably teaching it and that might make the class difficult for you. Besides, because the school is so big, you will not get to know your teachers unless you make an effort to get to know them because they will not make an effort to get to know you. So far, I have had mostly lecture classes that are a hundred people or more. If you want to be accounted for, you must make it happen! |
FactsMost Popular Majors
- Biology - 9 %
- Business/marketing - 19 %
- Communication/journalism - 12 %
- Engineering - 6 %
- Social sciences - 10 %
Degrees Awarded
- Bachelor's
- Doctorate
- First professional
- Master's
- Post-master's certificate
Special Degree Options
- Pre-professional programs: Pre-law, pre-medicine, and pre-veterinary science
Class Sizes
- 50 or More Students - 0 %
Graduation Rates
- 4-Year - 44 %
- 5-Year - 70 %
- 6-Year - 74 %
AP Test Score Requirements
Credit and/or placement for scores of 3 or higher
IB Test Score Requirements
Credit and/or placement for scores of 5 or higher
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