We know choosing a university and a major are important decisions. That’s why we support you every step of the way and focus our resources and energy on helping you become the practice-ready engineer or computer scientist you dream to be. It’s an exciting time to become a Spartan.
Connect with a student ambassador to learn more.
Our presentations and tours are a great opportunity for you to learn more about the College of Engineering admission process, explore our programs and majors, and tour our labs and facilities.
The Cornerstone Engineering and Residential Experience (CoRe) at Michigan State University provides academic and professional resources as well as co-curricular activities for first-year engineering students. What makes MSU’s First-Year Engineering special is the emphasis on the Living Learning Community in South Neighborhood. Incoming first-year students who select an engineering major preference are automatically considered part of the CoRe Experience.
The College of Engineering offers a broad selection of education abroad programs specifically designed for selected majors in order to assure academic success. Once you are admitted to the university, connect with your engineering advisor to talk through your academic plan and education abroad options.
When you apply to Michigan State University, you are applying to the university in general, not to a specific program. MSU allows all incoming undergraduate students to declare a major in whatever they wish. Once you are enrolled at MSU, each college has different requirements to be admitted to their programs.
Visit the Michigan State University Office of Admissions for everything you need to know about applying to the university.
Visit the College of Engineering Undergraduate admissions for everything you need to know about college admissions.
Prerequisite courses for the College of Engineering include the following:
Michigan State University is a Big Ten University. That means there are many opportunities for you to learn and succeed here. The campus is as big or small as you make it depending on your level of involvement. Check out Student Life at MSU for more information.
The College of Engineering has 40+ student groups focused specifically on engineering and computer science, and MSU has over 1,000 Registered Student Organizations. They are a great way to make friends, build community, and make the most of your college experience.
Our commitment to student success involves many resources and services. Learn more by visiting each are below:
First-year Engineering CoRe Experience
Learn about our cornerstone residential experience focused on building the whole engineer
Education abroad
Explore exciting opportunities to study around the world
Research opportunities
Learn about undergraduate research options
Career Services
Get career help, connect with employers, and learn about co-ops
Student groups
Find and build connections through registered student organizations
Scholarships and financial resources
Learn about scholarship funding and how to apply
Mathematics Learning Center
Find high-quality, friendly, free math help for MSU undergraduates
Writing Center
Explore one-on-one peer writing consultations, writing workshops, graduate and creative writing groups, and student employment opportunities
Neighborhood Student Success Collaborative
Access services for first-generation and income-qualified students and students with disabilities
Inclusion and Diversity
Learn about the services and resources available to support a diverse and inclusive student population
Michigan State University is a Big Ten University. That means there are many opportunities for you to learn and succeed here. The campus is as big or small as you make it depending on your level of involvement. Check out Student Life at MSU for more information.
The College of Engineering has 40+ student groups focused specifically on engineering and computer science, and MSU has over 1,000 Registered Student Organizations. They are a great way to make friends, build community, and make the most of your college experience.
Our commitment to student success involves many resources and services. Learn more by visiting each are below:
First-year Engineering CoRe Experience
Learn about our cornerstone residential experience focused on building the whole engineer
Education abroad
Explore exciting opportunities to study around the world
Research opportunities
Learn about undergraduate research options
Career Services
Get career help, connect with employers, and learn about co-ops
Student groups
Find and build connections through registered student organizations
Scholarships and financial resources
Learn about scholarship funding and how to apply
Mathematics Learning Center
Find high-quality, friendly, free math help for MSU undergraduates
Writing Center
Explore one-on-one peer writing consultations, writing workshops, graduate and creative writing groups, and student employment opportunities
Neighborhood Student Success Collaborative
Access services for first-generation and income-qualified students and students with disabilities
Inclusion and Diversity
Learn about the services and resources available to support a diverse and inclusive student population