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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

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

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
Cohort Fellowship Programs Spartans are stronger together!
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 School Office of Well-Being 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
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