Michigan State University Top Questions

What is your overall opinion of Michigan State University?

Is Michigan State University a good school?

What is Michigan State University known for?

Whitney

Personally, I absolutely love Michigan State. It's located in the college town of East Lansing, MI. We have a very large campus, but if MSU is the right place for you, then it doesn't matter the size, you will find your niche. It may seem too large for some people, being one of the largest college campuses in the country, but I like it. Maybe it's not the right fit for you, but you learn quickly where things are and how to get around. I'm in my senior year at MSU, and those years fly by. If I could change one thing about my time here, it would be to really cherish every memory I made because before you know it, you'll be graduating. Our school is one of the schools with the most college pride! We take our sports seriously and it's one of the best things about being a part of this school.

Whitney

Personally, I absolutely love Michigan State. It's located in the college town of East Lansing, MI. We have a very large campus, but if MSU is the right place for you, then it doesn't matter the size, you will find your niche. It may seem too large for some people, being one of the largest college campuses in the country, but I like it. Maybe it's not the right fit for you, but you learn quickly where things are and how to get around. I'm in my senior year at MSU, and those years fly by. If I could change one thing about my time here, it would be to really cherish every memory I made because before you know it, you'll be graduating. Our school is one of the schools with the most college pride! We take our sports seriously and it's one of the best things about being a part of this school.

Erin

I love the campus. It is sprawling and easy to navigate once you get use to the size. There are many beautiful sights on campus. I spend most of my time at the dorms, shopping on grand river or at the student housing near campus. It is a great college town and everything is open really late. There is tons of school pride at MSU, but sometimes that gets the students in trouble. It is all in good fun.

Kelsey

I absolutely LOVE MSU. The campus is so pretty, especially in the fall when the leaves change colors. I like that there are new and old buildings. The best part about MSU was living with a bunch of people your age and just always having someone to party with, study with, or just chill with. Another plus about MSU is that everyone gets so into holidays, like Halloween, St. pattys, you could even call home football games holidays because they are so crazy and fun! What I will always remember about MSU is all the cool people you meet and really the friends that become your second family.

Natalie

The best thing about MSU is probably the amount of students enrolled and the amounts of classes available to each student for their majos. I think i will be spending most of my time around campus and at my friends places just hanging out and enjoying the experience. I have a good feeling about the administration here at MSU and im hoping for the best come fall.

Lindsey

The best thing about MSU is that it is its own community and "little city" if you will. Unlike some other campuses, MSU has a "live-on" attitude where most of its students do not commute. They prefer to enjoy the company of friends and maintain a college-life atmosphere. This campus is PERFECT size for its surroundings. It is definitely not too crowded or too large to roam around. Everything on campus is easily walkable within 20-30 minutes and it has managed to maintain a campus-like feel without over industrializing or constructing too many buildings. Most definitely, a "college town".

Jessie

The best thing about MSU is our diverse student body. The one thing I would change about MSU is to make it more reputable on a global forum. I want it to be known for its amazing programs and world class education. I also wish that MSU would be more discreet with their selection process. Regarding 'college town', I think East Lansing needs to spruce up. We have like 2 stores and 5 places to eat and around 50 bars. It is high time we get a few more entertainment joints like maybe a boutiques or stores, and more eating joints - might even lead students to visit the bars less often. I hop MSU's administration is slightly more helpful and understanding towards international students. The biggest recent controversy on campus was regarding cedar fest. Yes there is a lot of school pride the study abroad programs are awesome.

Matt

Michigan State has an awesome campus and atmosphere. I like that it's diverse not only culturally but in the interests of students. Myself and my two closest friend at three very different people and we live in different dorms. On the same campus we have my dorm, which is filled with artists and musicians and the largest LGBT caucus on campus; then there's my first friend's dorm which is where the football players and James Madison kids live, so it's full of preppy kids who love a good party; lastly there's my other friend's dorm where Lymann Briggs is housed it's full of all the scientists and you find a lot of pick up soccer games there.

Andrew

I wouldn't change MSU at all. It is the quintessential college and East Lansing is THE college town. It's like a little town of college kids. By far the best time of the year is Welcome Week. you don't have any classes or worries yet, so u can just party and have a good time. MSU's school pride is HUGE. There is nothing better than tailgating and going to football games. For basketball, the IZZONE is a good time. The campout is always fun and u can meet the coaches and players face to face. One experience I will always remember is Cedar Fest 2008. Police, tear gas, 4,000 kids, it's kind of hard to forget. If u choose to come to MSU i'm sure you'll hear all about it.

Heather

MSU's campus is HUGE and without our bus system (CATA) it would be impossible to get around in a reasonable amount of time. Parking is a nightmare for those who drive, so get a bus pass and only bring a car if you plan on working far away from East Lansing (even though the buses service the whole area, a car would be more convenient). There are tons of things to do on campus and the Student Activities Board is always thinking of new stuff for students like, free movies and pre-released screenings of new movies, craft nights, free cosmic bowling, massages in the Union during finals week