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International Student Enrollment Data at Michigan State University

Since admitting its first international students in 1873, MSU has welcomed tens of thousands of international students and scholars to East Lansing. In addition to contributing to the academic and intercultural environment, international students also have a tremendous positive economic impact on the Greater Lansing area. Michigan State University's international students contribute $213.7 million to the local economy through spending on education, housing, dining, retail, transportation, telecommunications, and health care. This economic impact supports 2,262 jobs in the Greater Lansing area. 

Source: NAFSA International Student Economic Value Tool