Michigan State University College of Law
East Lansing, MI. Admissions, scholarship and cost data for the fall 2025 entering class, from the school's official ABA disclosure.
Acceptance rate
26.0%
1,526 applications
Median LSAT
162
25th–75th: 158–164
Median GPA
3.73
25th–75th: 3.47–3.87
Entering class
150
Public
Cost of attendance
| Tuition (nonresident) | $48,222 |
| Tuition (resident) | $43,480 |
| Fees | $388 |
| Living expense budget | $27,152 |
| Total per year | $75,762 |
At sticker price, federal loans (capped at $50,000 a year) leave a gap of about $77,286 over three years. Run your numbers
Scholarships
Students with grants
100%
25th percentile
$35,000
Median grant
$42,682
75th percentile
$47,424
51.5% of full-time students received full tuition or more.
Grant data covers 2024-25.
Your chances at Michigan State University College of Law
68%
chance of admission · 29% waitlist
Estimated scholarship: $42,682 a year ($38,073–$45,527)
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Frequently asked questions
What LSAT score do you need for Michigan State University College of Law?
The median LSAT for Michigan State University College of Law's fall 2025 entering class was 162, with the middle half scoring 158 to 164. A score at or above 164 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students.
What GPA do you need for Michigan State University College of Law?
The median undergraduate GPA was 3.73, with the middle half between 3.47 and 3.87.
What is Michigan State University College of Law's acceptance rate?
Michigan State University College of Law admitted 26.0% of applicants for fall 2025: 397 offers from 1,526 applications, for an entering class of 150.
How much does Michigan State University College of Law cost?
Tuition is $48,222 a year for nonresidents and $43,480 for residents, plus $388 in fees and a $27,152 living expense budget, for a total of about $75,762 a year before scholarships.
Does Michigan State University College of Law give scholarships?
100% of full-time students received grants. The median grant was $42,682 a year, with the 25th to 75th percentile ranging from $35,000 to $47,424.
Sources · updated 2026-11-02
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