As seniors graduate and start applying for colleges in Michigan, there are some other things to look into as far as tuition, room and board, acceptance rate and the requirements to go to certain colleges. Every college has different requirements and opportunities for that college.  

Michigan State University- 

Michigan State University is in East Lansing. MSU is ranked number 2 in the state of Michigan. MSU in-state tuition is 14,750 and for out-of-state tuition it is 40,562. For room and board, it is the same price for in state and out of state which is 10,990. Over the 4 completed years for MSU the total cost is 30,410 for in-state and 56,737 for out-of-state. MSU acceptance rate is 83.3% and you need 2.5 GPA or a high strong grade performance. According to the USnews, the most popular majors at Michigan State University include Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; Social Sciences; Engineering; Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology; Psychology; Health.  

University of Michigan- 

The University of Michigan is in Ann Arbor. UofM is ranked number 1 in the state of Michigan. UofM in-state tuition is 16,178 and for out-of-state tuition it is 53,232. For room and board in state and out-of-state it is 13,170. UofM acceptance rate is 20.2% and their GPA requirements are 3.5 or higher. According to the USnews, the most popular majors at University of Michigan–Ann Arbor include Computer and Information Sciences, General; Business Administration and Management, General; Economics, General; Behavioral Neuroscience; Mechanical Engineering; Experimental Psychology; Communication and Media Studies, Other; Political Science.  

Wayne State University- 

Wayne State University is in Detroit, MI. WSU is ranked 6th in the state of Michigan. WSU in-state tuition is 15,199 and for out-of-state tuition it is 32,727. WSU room and board price depends on which hall or suite you choose to have. WSU acceptance rate is 63.2% and you need a cumulative GPA of 2.5. According to the USnews, the most popular majors at Wayne State University include Psychology, General; Public Health, General; International Business/Trade/Commerce; Marketing/Marketing Management, General; Organizational Behavior Studies; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. 

Oakland State University- 

Oakland University is in Rochester, MI. OU is ranked 10th in the state of Michigan. OU in-state tuition is 13,934 and for out-of-state tuition it is 24,708. Room and board for the academic year is 10,852. OU acceptance rate is 92.1% and you need a 3.2 or above GPA but if you have above a 2.5 you can still get accepted. According to USnews, the most popular majors at Oakland University include Health Professions and Related Programs; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Engineering; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services. 

Grand Valley State University- 

Grand Valley State University is in Allendale, Michigan. GVSU is ranked 7th in the state of Michigan. GVSU in-state tuition is 13,560 and for out-of-state tuition it is 19,296. Room and board for the academic year is 9,732 for both in-state and out-of-state students. GVSU acceptance rate is 91.7% and the GPA requirement is 2.5-2.7. According to USnews, the most popular majors at Grand Valley State University include Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Health Professions and Related Programs; Biological and Biomedical Sciences; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology; Psychology. 

Michigan Technological University- 

Michigan Technological University is in Houghton, Michigan. Michigan Tech is ranked 13th in the state of Michigan. Michigan Tech in-state tuition is 16,966 and for out-of-state tuition it is 38,112. Room and board for the academic year is 12,058 for two semesters. Michigan tech acceptance rate is 85.7% and the GPA requirements are 3.2-3.8. According to USnews, the most popular majors at Michigan Technological University include Engineering; Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians; Natural Resources and Conservation; Biological.  

Western Michigan University- 

Western Michigan University is in Kalamazoo, Michigan. WMU is ranked 12th in the state of Michigan. WMU in-state tuition is 13,434 and for out-of-state tuition it is 16,768. Room and board for the academic year is 10,567. WMU acceptance rate is 83% and the GPA requirements are 2.0 on a 4.0 grading scale. According to USnews, the most popular majors at Western Michigan University include Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Health Professions and Related Programs; Engineering; Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies; Visual and Performing Arts; Transportation and Materials Moving; Psychology; Education; Biological. WSU has the best business program in Michigan. 

Central Michigan University- 

Central Michigan University is in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. CMU is ranked 11th in the state of Michigan. CMU in-state tuition is 13,600 for in-state and out-of-state students. Room and board for the academic year is 10,920. CMU acceptance rate is 77.1% and the GPA requirement is a 3.5. According to USnews the most popular majors at Central Michigan University include Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services; Education; Psychology; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs; Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology; Health Professions and Related Programs; Public Administration. 

University of Detroit Mercy- 

University of Detroit Mercy is in Detroit, Michigan. Detroit Mercy is ranked 8th in the state of Michigan. Detroit Mercy in-state tuition is 30,154 for in-state and out-of-state students. Room and board for the academic year IS 12.148. Detroit Mercy acceptance rate is 93% and the GPA requirements are 3.5. According to USnews, the most popular majors at University of Detroit Mercy include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse; Biology/Biological Sciences, General; Business Administration and Management, General; Architectural and Building Sciences/Technology; Dental Hygiene/Hygienist; Mechanical Engineering; Psychology, General; Computer. 

It is important to look into this information to make sure you are making a good financial decision and an overall decision that will benefit you the best. It is also a good idea to apply for scholarships and loans as well. All colleges have FASA to help with financial issues. So, when you are making your final decision stop and think about the pros and cons.