Michigan State University Top Questions

Tough, many classes require plenty of time studying.

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The academics are planned accordingly depending on the major. When your a freshman the university requires that you take the basic university requirements because a lot of students change their interests during this time and makes it easier for freshman to explore different fields. But if you have your major or your still undecided then they have academic advisers for every college to help guide you into what you want to do throughout your stay here at MSU. Rumors about us just being a party school is what it is just rumors because this school does take pride in wanting to see it's students succeed. The academics here are just as competitive and rigorous as any school, so you can bet by the time your ready to graduate you will be ready to pursue a higher level of education or a job in your specialized field.

Agriculture program is really good, and academics are whole overall

My majors are International Relations and Chinese. I am a part of the James Madison college which is reputed for offering a very rigorous course load. The academics here are challenging and demanding.

Being in the public affairs college at state, James Madison is definitely very cut throat when it comes to academics. Everyone studies their BUTT off to get at least a 3.5, and those that get 4.0's are called "James Madison All Star's" and secretly everyone is jealous of them. In class discussions are informative and intellectual and you have no choice but to get involved. There are also plenty of opportunities for study abroad, internships, and field experience. Also everyone makes sure to go to professors office hours, not only to get feedback on their papers but also to let the prof get to know you and build a foundation for future recommendations.

At MSU, there is an emphasis on smaller groups. Some classes do meet in lecture halls with 300+ students, but usually there are smaller weekly meetings with about 20-30 students. In large classes, many students form study groups and meet in the library to go over practice tests, and other questions. Make sure to attend professor's office hours so they are able to recognize you, it will help a lot if you have trouble in the class or need a letter of recommendation. Some courses are very rigorous, but MSU provides many resources to succeed in them.

The academics at MSU are great. All of my professors that I have had so far have been very good at their job. They have all been very helpful and I have had success in their classes. A lot of people complain about foreign professor because it is harder to understand them, but you will find that at any university. Some of the classes can be challenging, but its all how much effort you put into the class.

The academics at MSU are high class and most of the courses are manageable. One of your professors may know your name depending on the size of your lecture hall. I have a class with over 300 students and then I have one with 20 and the professor knows me by name. It all depends on what route you take. Students are competitive but I get help from strangers all the time and I guarantee that you can form study groups with students in any class. I am a business major and everyone helps everyone out with the harder courses. I will definitely be seeing a career ahead of me once I leave MSU due to the fact that they have multiple career fairs a semester.

I am a little unique, as I am part of one of the smallest majors, plant biology. They graduate about 10 students per year, which is nothing when the whole student population is about 47,000. The plant biology profs know my name, as there is usually only 12 people in a class. But I have been in 500 people classes. That doesn't bother me; I actually like a mix of big and small classes. The amount of studying really depends on your major and your commitment. I am in Lyman Briggs, which is a residential science college. So most students in the college are pretty serious about school and often grad school. I also like MSU for the undergraduate research. I have been in a lab since my first semester. The experiences will definitely help me get into grad school and get a job.

Academics are what you make of them here at MSU. We have amazing professors and researchers and it is really important to get to know them. Some of these bonds with professionals can last a lifetime and get you to places you never thought possible! My favorite class so far has been "Criminal Procedure," simply because the professor was mind-blowing. He was an amazing lecturer and really cared about pushing his students to their fullest potential! Even though our campus is very large, I often see my professors walking around and usually stop to chat with them! People here are generally very personable and willing to help outside of class. Yes, of course, some students (like any other large university) choose not to work hard. However, these kids are just setting themselves up for failure later in life too! One of the biggest struggles you may find at MSU is balancing schoolwork with activities and a social life. If you can create a good balance between these, then your four years here will be not only EXTREMELY fun, but rewarding and memorable.

Every teacher at Michigan State University wants their students to succeed. Professors know you by name, and they are always willing to help you, whether it's after class or during office hours. I don't have a favorite class - whenever I think I do, something great happens in my next class that makes me change my decision. I am majoring in English with double minor in Spanish and TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language) and a teaching degree. MSU is ranked #1 for their teaching program, and the academic requirements give great preparation for the future.

Academics at MSU are stressed and are obviously the main reason for the school. The classes are challenging and school is NOT easy. There will be times when you feel overwhelmed and assignments stack up. Having good time management skills and an ability to stay focused is crucial. It is easy to get carried away in all the extracurricular activities that surround the school so it's important to go easy on your schedule early on. I would recommend incoming freshmen to take no more than 12-14 credits their first semester. It'll be a lot easier to adjust with a more manageable schedule. Other than the challenge, the classes are usually very stimulating and the professors are top notch and experienced in their fields. Very rarely are classes taught by a T.A. and bad professors are few and far between. I found the classes to be very useful and applicable to the field I'm going in to. The education at MSU is geared towards not just getting a job, but putting the student in the position to create and manage jobs.

There is a great academic atmosphere. You can do well in classes as long as you put in the work. There are a great number of support groups that can help you with any of your classes. With is being such a large university there are a great number of classes you can take too!

Academics at MSU are stressed and are obviously the main reason for the school. The classes are challenging and school is NOT easy. There will be times when you feel overwhelmed and assignments stack up. Having good time management skills and an ability to stay focused is crucial. It is easy to get carried away in all the extracurricular activities that surround the school so it's important to go easy on your schedule early on. I would recommend incoming freshmen to take no more than 12-14 credits their first semester. It'll be a lot easy to adjust with a more manageable schedule. Other than the challenge, the classes are usually very stimulating and the professors are top notch and experienced in their fields. Very rarely are classes taught by a T.A. and bad professors are few and far between. I found the classes to be very useful and applicable to the field I'm going in to. The education at MSU is geared towards not just getting a job, but putting the student in the position to create and manage jobs.

Academics at MSU are stressed and are obviously the main reason for the school. The classes are challenging and school is NOT easy. There will be times when you feel overwhelmed and assignments stack up. Having good time management skills and an ability to stay focused is crucial. It is easy to get carried away in all the extracurricular activities that surround the school so it's important to go easy on your schedule early on. I would recommend incoming freshmen to take no more than 12-14 credits their first semester. It'll be a lot easy to adjust with a more manageable schedule. Other than the challenge, the classes are usually very stimulating and the professors are top notch and experienced in their fields. Very rarely are classes taught by a T.A. and bad professors are few and far between. I found the classes to be very useful and applicable to the field I'm going in to. The education at MSU is geared towards not just getting a job, but putting the student in the position to create and manage jobs.

Personally mine are very challenging. Once you get to your major specific classes they get a lot smaller, and much more intense. Getting to know your professors is crucial. Attendance isn't always mandatory but I don't think there is any other way to learn the things you need to learn if you don't go to class. I'm a business major and I'm proud to say that our Supply Chain program is number one in the country, but for good reason. The students work extremely hard and I think it was well deserved.

Michigan State University has many programs that are ranked #1. You will experience a broad range of class sizes, I have been in classes as small as 10 students and as large as 300. Some professors genuinely care about students and some are more focused on their research. If you are willing to work hard, there are resources to make sure you succeed.

Academics are the most important part of college. Everyone likes to make new friends, join a sports team or a sorority, and party, but the reason you go to college is to further your education. At Michigan State, academics are taken very seriously. Some classes can be as large as 600 students, and some as small as 20. Professors don't necessarily know you by name but you have to make an effort to connect with them. Many professors encourage class participation, even grade you on it. Usually you will find that your favorite classes are the ones where you become more concentrated in your major. My favorite are my classes for my major and my least favorite were the boring Gen-Ed classes that I could care less about. Regardless if you like the class or not, it is important to try your best with everything that you do.

I love my classes. The first year is alright becuse one does have to take all the required classes but i love all the classes i have. There are plenty of options to schoose from and an honors college to challenge thoes who want it. I spend a lot of time writing papers and i enjoy all of my professors that i have.