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Sample Budgets
The sample budgets below represent average costs for the 2008-2009 academic year. These budgets are based on 15 credits/semester for undergraduate students and 9 credits/semester for graduate students.
Room and board at MSU includes a double room, linen service, choice of meal plan and use of study, laundry and recreational facilities. Students are allotted the same amount for living costs (room and board) whether they live on-campus or off-campus.
| Michigan Students/Year Undergraduate |
Out-of-State Students/Year Undergraduate |
|
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,806 | $25,200 |
| Fees & Taxes | $934 | $934 |
| Room & Board | $7,076 | $7,076 |
| Books & Supplies | $944 | $944 |
| Personal/Misc | $1,696 | $1,684 |
| Total Budget | $20,456 | $35,838 |
Note: there is no allowance in the undergraduate budget for car expenses.
| Michigan Students/Year Graduate |
Out-of-State Students/Year Graduate |
|
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,812 | $16,070 |
| Fees & Taxes | $914 | $914 |
| Room & Board | $7,734 | $7,734 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,332 | $1,332 |
| Personal/Misc/Medical | $3,838 | $3,838 |
| Total Budget | $21,630 | $29,888 |
