Jump to navigation

Michigan State University masthead graphic Michigan State University masthead graphic

Search form

Home

The Graduate School

  • Calendar
  • Faculty/Staff Resources
  • Forms
  • Postdocs
  • Giving
  • Academics
    • Programs of Study Browse the list of MSU Colleges, Departments, and Programs
    • Graduate Degree List Graduate degrees offered by Michigan State University
    • Research Integrity Guidelines that recognize the rights and responsibilities of researchers
    • Online Programs Find all relevant pre-application information for all of MSU’s online and hybrid degree and certificate programs
    • Graduate Specializations A subdivision of a major for specialized study which is indicated after the major on official transcripts
    • Graduate Certificates Non-degree-granting programs to expand student knowledge and understanding about a key topic
    • Interdisciplinary Graduate Study Curricular and co-curricular opportunities for advanced study that crosses disciplinary boundaries
    • Theses and Dissertations Doctoral and Plan A document submission process
    • Policies and Procedures important documents relating to graduate students, mentoring, research, and teaching
    • Academic Programs Catalog Listing of academic programs, policies and related information
    • Traveling Scholar Doctoral students pursue studies at other BTAA institutions
  • Admissions
    • Apply Now Graduate Departments review applicants based on their criteria and recommends admission to the Office of Admissions
    • Application Information Important Information about the graduate application process
    • International Applicants Application information specific to international students
    • PhD Public Data Ph.D. Program Admissions, Enrollments, Completions, Time to Degree, and Placement Data
    • Costs of Graduate School Tools to estimate costs involved with graduate education
    • Recruitment Awards Opportunities for departments to utilize recruitment funding
    • Readmission When enrollment is interrupted for three or more consecutive terms
  • Funding
    • Assistantships More than 3,000 assistantships are available to qualified graduate students
    • Fellowships Financial support to pursue graduate studies
    • Research Support Find funding for your research
    • Travel Funding Find funding to travel and present your research
    • Tax Information Graduate study may impact your federal tax return
    • External Funding Find funding outside of MSU sources
  • Professional Development
    • Workshops/Events Find opportunities provided by The Graduate School and others
    • Research Opportunities and programs for Research at MSU
    • Career Development Programs to help you get the career you want
    • Teaching Development Resources, workshops, and development opportunities to advance your preparation in teaching
    • Personal Well-Being Tools, resources, and programs to not only help you succeed, but have a great experience overall
    • Cohort Fellowship Programs Spartans are stronger together!
    • Community Engagement A Certificate that prepares students for careers that integrate scholarship with community engagement.
    • Resources
  • Diversity
    • The Edward A. Bouchet Graduate Honor Society (BGHS) A national network society for students who have traditionally been underrepresented
    • Summer Research Opportunities Program (SROP) A gateway to graduate education at Big Ten Academic Alliance universities
    • Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (AGEP) A community that supports retention, and graduation of underrepresented doctoral students
    • Recruitment and Outreach Ongoing outreach activities by The Graduate School
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Funding Funding resources to recruit diverse students
    • Graduate Student Organizations MSU has over 900 registered student organizations
  • Grad Student Life
    • Grad Life and Wellness Collaborates with graduate students in their pursuit of their advanced degree and a well-balanced life
    • Housing and Living in MI MSU has an on and off-campus housing site to help find the perfect place to stay
    • Mental Health Support MSU has several offices and systems to provide students with the mental health support that they need
    • Spouse and Family Resources MSU recognizes that students with families have responsibilities that present challenges unique to this population
    • Health Insurance Health insurance info for graduate student assistants and students in general at MSU
    • Safety and Security MSU is committed to cultivating a safe and inclusive campus community characterized by a culture of safety and respect
  • Mentoring
    • Why Mentoring Matters To Promote Inclusive Excellence in Graduate Education at MSU
    • Guidelines Guidelines and tools intended to foster faculty-graduate student relationships
    • Toolkit A set of resources for support units, faculty and graduate students
    • Workshops Workshops covering important topics related to mentor professional development
  • About Us
    • About the Graduate School We support graduate students in every program at MSU
    • Strategic Plan Our Vision, Values, Mission, and Goals
    • Social Media Connect with the Graduate School!
    • History Advancing Graduate Education at MSU for over 25 years
    • Staff Directory
    • Driving Directions
    • Governance
    • Contact Us
Beaumont Tower in the spring with a green overlay and the GRFP logo on the bottom left.

Graduate Research Fellowship Program Workshop Series

Register today.
A white, checkered background with green lanterns displayed on the right and left sides.

Graduate & Professional Student Appreciation Week

April 3 - 7
A woman walking on the sidewalk under autumn foliage.

Give Green Day 2023

Support the Graduate School Emergency Fund on 3/14

Upcoming Events

31
May
2023

ETD Final Deadline – SS23

Wednesday, May 31, 2023 - 5:00pm
01
Jun
2023

Keep the Momentum Going: CCT & Teaching Professional Development Scaffolding Session

Thursday, June 1, 2023 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
07
Jun
2023

Graduate Program Assistant Spring Reception

Wednesday, June 7, 2023 - 3:00pm to 4:30pm
16
Jun
2023

Fall 2023 TA Tuition Pool Closes

Friday, June 16, 2023 - 5:00pm
16
Aug
2023

New GTA Institute

Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - 9:00am to 5:00pm

View Full Calendar

News

Call for Applications: RCAH Graduate Fellowships

For fourteen years, the Residential College in the Arts and Humanities (RCAH) has been a leader in interdisciplinary teaching and... Read More

CIRTL Summer Courses & Workshops

Registration for summer courses... Read More

Volunteers Needed: Stoneleigh Hospice House

Graduate students interested in volunteering this summer can apply to assist in the Stoneleigh Hospice House. Volunteer positions... Read More

Call for Applications: The Society of Fellows at Princeton University

The Princeton Society of Fellows in the Liberal Arts, an interdisciplinary group of scholars in the humanities and social... Read More
More News

Spotlight

Arya Gupta in a white coat and black hat, looking at the camera. The background is green and reads, "Educator of the Month."

Educator of the Month, May 2023: Arya Gupta

Michigan State University is fortunate to have passionate educators who are committed to enhancing the experience of their students and who help to provide the best education possible. The... Read More
More Spotlights
Tweets by MSUGradSchool

MSU Grad Experience by the numbers

11,204
graduate and professional students
29
Graduate Programs ranked in the top 26 nationally
$17M
Graduate Office Fellowship Funds
250+
Academic Programs

We're committed to doing more.

Learn how
Stay Connected
Facebook
Flickr
Instagram
Linkedin
Pintrest
Twitter
Youtube

Michigan State University occupies the ancestral, traditional and contemporary lands of the Anishinaabeg – Three Fires Confederacy of Ojibwe, Odawa and Potawatomi peoples. The university resides on land ceded in the 1819 Treaty of Saginaw.

Michigan State University Wordmark Michigan State University Wordmark
  • Call us: (517) 353-3220
  • Contact Information
  • Site Map
  • Privacy Statement
  • Site Accessibility
  • Call MSU: (517) 355-1855
  • Visit: msu.edu
  • MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.
  • Notice of Nondiscrimination
  • Spartans Will.
  • © Michigan State University