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Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan · Public university · Training programs available:
Address: East Lansing, MI 48824 (street address not published by the licensing board) · Phone: (517) 355-1855 · School website ↗ · Verify on College Scorecard ↗
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Michigan State University is a public school in East Lansing, MI offering electrician schools, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Per the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, median graduate debt is $23,250 and median earnings 10 years after entry are $67,253; completion rate for this program is not reported for this campus.
Cost of attendance is not reported in federal data for this campus; contact Michigan State University for current tuition. Federal financial aid can be used here, and about 20.1% of students receive Pell Grants.
What these trades pay once you're working
| Occupation | Starting (10th pct) | Median | Experienced (75th) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electricians | $42,980 | $76,270 | $92,300 |
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wages for everyone employed in the occupation in Michigan (May 2025; national where the state figure is not published). The program table below shows what this campus's own graduates earned in their first year, whatever job they took.
Trade programs at this campus
| Program | Credential | Grads / yr | Earnings, yr 1 | Earnings, yr 2 | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | Certificate, 1–2 years | 11 | $38,974 | not reported | not reported |
Earnings are median wages and self-employment income reported to the IRS (W-2 and Schedule SE) for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled, measured in the calendar year after finishing. They are pay only: health insurance, retirement contributions and other benefits are not included.
Graduates per year from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey. Earnings and debt are College Scorecard field-of-study medians for graduates of this program at this campus (reported at the 4-digit program level, so closely related programs share a figure); "not reported" means too few graduates were counted to publish a figure.
About this school
Michigan State University is a public university in East Lansing, Michigan, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission along with a range of program-specific accreditors. Federal financial aid, including FAFSA and Pell Grants, can be used by eligible students here. Within its broad academic offerings, federal trade-program data tracks one career-training field awarded at this campus: electrician schools, with 11 recent completers.
Completion rate for this specific trade program is not reported for this campus in federal data, though the statewide average completion rate for similar programs is 56.9%, and how this campus compares is not reported for this campus in federal data. Graduates carry a median debt of $23,250, and median earnings ten years after entry are $67,253. Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data. About 20.1% of students at this campus receive Pell Grants, indicating some share of the student body qualifies for need-based federal aid.
Given that this is a large research university with 40,922 undergraduates in a small-city setting, the electrician program here likely functions as one offering among many rather than a dedicated trade-school track; program length is not reported for this campus in federal data. Career changers should confirm program format, schedule, and licensing requirements directly with the university. Prospective students can verify accreditation status and review the underlying federal outcome figures through the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard before enrolling.
Questions students ask
What trade and career programs does this campus offer?
Federal trade-program data for this campus lists one program family: electrician schools, with 11 recent completers.
Is this school accredited, and by whom?
Yes, Michigan State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, along with several program-specific accreditors for fields like nursing, psychology, and veterinary medicine.
Can I use federal financial aid (FAFSA, Pell Grants) at this school?
Yes, this school participates in Title IV federal financial aid programs, so FAFSA and Pell Grants can be used by eligible students.
What share of students finish their program here, and how does that compare to the state?
The completion rate for this specific trade program is not reported for this campus in federal data. The statewide average completion rate for comparable programs is 56.9%, but a direct comparison for this campus is not reported.
How much debt do graduates of this school typically carry?
Median debt for graduates is $23,250, per federal data.
What do graduates of this school earn?
Median earnings 10 years after entry are $67,253, per federal data.
How much does it cost to attend for a year?
Annual cost of attendance is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school at (517) 355-1855 or visit its website for current tuition figures.
Is this a public, non-profit, or for-profit school, and why does that matter?
Michigan State University is a public institution, which typically means lower in-state tuition and continued eligibility for state and federal funding.
How long do the programs here take to complete?
Program length for the electrician schools track is not reported for this campus in federal data; contact the school directly for schedule details.
How do I verify this school's accreditation and outcomes myself?
You can review accreditation status and federal outcome data through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard at https://collegescorecard.ed.gov/school/?171100.
Is this school a good fit for an adult changing careers?
Fit for career changers is not directly reported in federal data; as a large public university with 40,922 undergraduates, its trade offering is likely embedded within a broader academic setting rather than a dedicated career-training format.
How do I contact the school or apply?
You can reach Michigan State University at (517) 355-1855 or through its website, https://www.msu.edu/.
How does this campus compare with other schools offering the same trade nearby?
Comparative data against other nearby electrician programs is not reported for this campus in federal data; consult the College Scorecard to compare institutions directly.
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Data: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) 2022-23 Completions survey; College Scorecard June 2026; Database of Accredited Postsecondary Institutions and Programs (DAPIP), September 2026. Figures are the U.S. Department of Education's official measures, not Career Training Path's opinion. Tuition, schedules and program availability change — confirm with the school before enrolling.