We vow to offer exceptional career programs and partner with students, faculty, staff and employers for the purpose of preparing MSU students for the global workforce. Students — our programs and services help you make informed decisions about your future, become a stronger job seeker, and connect with employers.

We Are Open
The Career Services office is open daily from 8 a.m.to 4:30 p.m. and serving the MSU student body. To safely serve you and mitigate the spread of coronavirus, students and visitors are encouraged to schedule virtual appointments with our staff. Virtual appointments can be conducted via WebEx, phone or email exchange. For students who need access to a computer for their virtual appointment, arrangements can be made through our office. Below is a list of just some of the services we offer:

• Resume & Cover Letter Construction & Feedback
• Mock Interviews
• Career & Internship Search Coaching
• Consults for choosing a major and exploring career options
• Access to the Suit Bank
• Private space to conduct personal interviews for jobs and graduate school

3 Years

Below is the admission process for graduate international students.  It should answer the majority of questions related to the process. This list is not intended to be either complete or permanent. It will be updated periodically.

Step 1

Step 2
Does the degree program offer sufficient face-to-face classes for an I-20?

• Federal law requires that a program offer a certain number of face-to-face classes before immigration documents can be issued for the student to come to campus. MSU offers programs that are entirely online and many online/hybrid classes.
• Because programs are subject to change, it is advisable to check once per semester.

Step 3

• Original, official proof of English proficiency:
  • IELTS 5.5, TOEFL 61, or Michigan Test 82, or
  • From an English-speaking country listed on MSU’s website, or
  • Successfully graduated from a U.S. high school (must also submit ACT or SAT scores) or
  • Completed at least 24 hours from a college/university in the United States
• Original, official financial documents:
  • Must be on official bank letterhead, in English, and less than three months old
  • Must be a minimum of $23,000 US dollars (a financial award, such as a scholarship, reduces this amount)
  • If someone else, such as a parent, is sponsoring, then a Letter of Support is needed. The Letter of Support template will be emailed.
  • Scholarship letters from certain countries may be emailed.
• Picture page of passport and/or visa and/or I-20.
• Transfer Form (needed for students who have previously studied in the U.S.)
• Other items as required by the student’s situation.