Race & Ethnicity
Michigan State University has a diverse student body with 27% students of color and 7% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Michigan State University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Michigan State University has a gender distribution of 52% female students and 48% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
37% of total enrollment
40% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Michigan State University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 83% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 2% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
83%
Traditional Age (18-21)
2%
Non-Traditional (25+)
23%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Michigan State University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 7% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 77% in-state residents, 16% out-of-state students, and 7% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
77% of student body
16% of student body
7% of student body
States Represented
49 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
27%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
52%
Female Students
Global Reach
7%
International
Age Diversity
2%
Non-Traditional Age