Increasing room and board fees and leaving tuition rates alone is somewhat of a new concept but Michigan State University is committed to doing just that for the upcoming 2010-2011 academic year.
The trustees for the University voted to increase room and board fees by 5.1%. With this increase, basic room and board charges for those living in the residence halls will be $7,770.
Assuming an eleventh hour tuition increase is not in the works, the following reflects the tuition rates for the upcoming 2010-2011 academic year:
| TUITION | RESIDENT | NON-RESIDENT |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate – Admitted Fall 2005 or after Lower Division (Freshman and Sophomores) | $ 347.00 | $ 895.75 |
| Undergraduate – Admitted prior to Fall 2005 (Freshmen and Sophomores) | 321.00 | 869.75 |
| Undergraduate – Admitted Fall 2005 or after Upper Division (Juniors and Seniors) | 380.50 | 925.00 |
| Undergraduate – Admitted prior to Fall 2005 (Juniors and Seniors) | 354.50 | 899.00 |
| Graduate – Masters | 478.25 | 966.50 |
| Graduate – Doctoral | 478.25 | 966.50 |
| Graduate Certification | 478.25 | 620.75 |
| Lifelong Education | 478.25 | 620.75 |
Source: Michigan State University Fee Schedule
I would like to applaud MSU for attempting to keep their tuition rates under control even though the state of Michigan still struggles to keep a balanced budget. The students and families that attend MSU are sure to be very appreciative.
