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Enrollment Resources

Michigan State University students sit in a large lecture hall in green chairs facing an instructor and a screen during the first day of classes for the Fall 2023 semester at the East Lansing campus.

Michigan State University offers a myriad of enrollment resources designed to support prospective and current students throughout their journey at MSU. These resources encompass a wide range of services tailored to meet the diverse needs of applicants and students, from guidance on navigating the admissions process to assistance with financial aid applications and scholarship opportunities. Dedicated advisors are available to answer questions, provide assistance, and offer guidance through every step of the enrollment process, helping students begin or continue their academic journey at MSU. 

Enrollment reminders

  • Meet with an academic advisor. Most problems and questions can be solved or answered by meeting with an advisor. 
  • Enrollment is a process. Due to the churn of enrollment, with class seats opening and closing, students should enroll in their desired courses when available, and add themselves to waitlists for classes that may be unavailable.  
  • Explore opportunities. There are many ways to fulfill graduation requirements – talk with an academic advisor about how to complete class schedules while meeting graduating requirements. 
  • Access to seats in classes is no harder now than it was in the past. The Student Information System gives students greater waitlist abilities, the ability to swap classes, the Planner tool, and the Shopping Cart to pre-plan each semester’s enrollment.  
  • MSU has moved from once-a-year enrollment to twice-a-year enrollment, which substantially shortens the amount of time between spring enrollment and the start of spring classes.  

Enroll via SIS

The Student Information System serves as the gateway to enrollment, academic records, resources and tools at MSU, supporting students throughout their academic journey as well as the staff who assist them. student.msu.edu

SIS Resource Website

Log into the Student Information System, seek training and job resources for staff using SIS, and find help and support resources for SIS users. sis.msu.edu

SIS Enrollment Information

Find videos, guides and FAQs for more information on using Class Search, the Shopping Cart, Planner tools and help planning for the academic year. sis.msu.edu/help/enrollment.html 

SIS Help & Resources

Find help, support, student guides and answers addressing commonly asked student questions and issues concerning logging in, academic advising, financial aid and student accounts. sis.msu.edu/help/students.html

 

Admissions

Learn how to apply, check application status, sign up for campus tours and discover MSU's majors, degrees and programs. 
admissions.msu.edu

 

Financial Aid

Receive assistance seeking educational financial assistance through scholarships, grants and loans, as well as guidance through the financial aid application process.
finaid.msu.edu

 

Registrar

An academic service unit providing services and information, including academic records and transcripts, certificates and diplomas, degree certifications, enrollment and registration, transfer credit processing and more.
reg.msu.edu

Spartan One-Stop

Provides answers and solutions to most enrollment or billing account issues that arise for students and families. Services offered are related to student accounts, financial aid and the registrar through in-person, phone, email, online chat and the website.
onestop.msu.edu

Student Accounts

Offers support for tuition, billion, refunds and sponsored accounts. Visit the website for contacts and additional information.
ctlr.msu.edu/student-accounts

University Advising

Home to any student interested in exploring majors and for students seeking additional academic exploration opportunities within one of the 14 undergraduate colleges. Academic advisors proactively assist, support and develop students to reduce time to degree, increase graduation rates, close opportunity gaps, create an inclusive community and become globally engaged citizens. 
advising.msu.edu

Advising by College

Academic advising is available for all undergraduate students. Learn more about advising offered by each college. 
advising.msu.edu/advising-by-college 

Academic Calendar

MSU has five academic calendars, one for each professional school and one for remaining careers. Academic calendars highlight important dates and deadlines for students.
reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/Calendar/Academic.aspx 

Enrollment and Degree Verification

Enrollment and degree verification provides confirmation of enrollment status or degree(s) conferred for students. Verification is used to confirm this information to insurance companies, lenders, employers, and other organizations.
reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/EnrReg/Certify.aspx 

Academic Programs Catalog

A listing of academic programs, policies and other information. reg.msu.edu/AcademicPrograms/Default.aspx

Course Descriptions

Descriptions of all undergraduate and graduate courses offered at MSU.
reg.msu.edu/Courses/Search.aspx 

Late Drop/Add and Section Changes Information

Information on course drops, adds and section changes.
reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/EnrReg/Lateadds.aspx 

Withdrawal Policy

Review MSU’s policy on withdrawing from the university. 
reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/Notices/Withdrawal.aspx 

Off-Campus & Online Programs

MSU offers students with learning opportunities at the East Lansing campus and beyond. Learn more about academic programs offered partially or totally online and other programs offered at off-campus locations across the state of Michigan.
aacc.msu.edu/ucc/curriculum/curriculum-resources/online-and-off-campus-programs

Transfer MSU (transfer equivalency)

Search for courses with MSU equivalencies at another institution and review a transfer guide showing courses from other institutions for which the equivalent MSU course may apply toward MSU’s General Education Requirements. 
transfer.msu.edu

Guest Application (for another institution)

Learn more about attending other institutions as guest students or non-matriculated students for short periods for the purpose of earning credit for transfer to MSU.
reg.msu.edu/ROInfo/EnrReg/GuestStatus.aspx