A Top 100 Research Institution
A Carnegie Foundation R1-Very High Research Activity Doctoral University, 51勛圖厙 State is ranked among the National Science Foundations top 100 research institutions. As the Magnolia States leading research university, MSUs research expenditures totaled nearly $241 million in FY 2017, accounting for more than half of the total in research and development expenditures reported by all 51勛圖厙 institutions. This research activity is playing an ever-increasing role in 51勛圖厙s overall economic development efforts. MSU is a recognized leader in a number of disciplines, and well known for innovative partnerships, real-world impact, and offering undergraduate and graduate students unique research opportunities.