Michigan State University vs University of Michigan-Ann Arbor vs Grand Valley State University
This page compares Michigan State University, University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, and Grand Valley State University — three of the largest and best-known bachelor's-granting institutions in Michigan. Michigan State University has the largest enrollment (40,922). Ten years after enrollment, median earnings are highest at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor ($83,648). Highlighted cells mark the most favorable value in each row.
Side-by-side metrics
Data from College Scorecard institution-level records. Lower is better for tuition, net price, and debt; higher is better for earnings, graduation, enrollment, and admission selectivity where shown.
| Metric | Michigan State University | University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Grand Valley State University |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sector | Public | Public | Public |
| In-state tuition | $16,458 | $17,736 | $15,140 |
| Average net price | $19,680 | $13,138 | $16,317 |
| Median student debt | $23,250 | $19,500 | $24,500 |
| Enrollment | 40,922 | 34,177 | 18,854 |
| Graduation rate (150% time) | 80.7% | 93.2% | 67.0% |
| Earnings 6 years after entry | $55,084 | $73,762 | $47,840 |
| Earnings 10 years after entry | $67,253 | $83,648 | $56,118 |
| Admission rate | 84.8% | 15.6% | 83.0% |
| Average SAT score | 1,269 | 1,465 | 1,074 |