How Michigan State University men’s ice hockey compares
Against all 43 men’s ice hockey programs in NCAA Division I, 2024-2025. The tick marks the median. See the full ranking →
Athletic scholarships at Michigan State University
$11.2Mathletic aid to men’s athletes at Michigan State University
That is 58% of all athletic aid at Michigan State University, shared by 344 men’s athletes: about $32,684 each on average. The school also spent $2.2M recruiting men’s athletes.
What it costs to play here
| Average net price after grants | $21,322/yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition (in-state) | $17,256/yr |
| Tuition (out-of-state) | $44,640/yr |
| Team operating budget per player | $48,830/yr |
Most college athletes are on a partial award or none. The difference (tuition, club seasons and showcase travel before you commit, gear and summer training after) is usually paid by families.
Chasing a spot on a team like this?
Showcases, club seasons, travel and training add up long before a scholarship offer. Athletes use Sport Fund to get monthly support from family, friends and local sponsors.
Similar programs
NCAA Division I men’s ice hockey programs with the closest spending per player.
| Program | Roster | Spend / player |
|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University MI | 29 | $48,851 |
| University of Minnesota MN | 26 | $49,334 |
| University of Nebraska at Omaha NE | 28 | $50,665 |
| University of Denver CO | 25 | $51,231 |
| University of Michigan MI | 27 | $45,135 |
Team finances
Questions about Michigan State University men’s ice hockey
Does Michigan State University offer men’s ice hockey scholarships?
Michigan State University reported $11.2M in athletic scholarships for men’s sports in 2024-2025, about $32,684 per male athlete on average across 344 athletes. Schools do not report aid per sport, so ask the coaching staff what a ice hockey award would cover.
How many players are on the Michigan State University men’s ice hockey roster?
26 participants in 2024-2025, the 40th largest of 43 NCAA Division I men’s ice hockey programs (median 28).
How much does Michigan State University spend on men’s ice hockey?
$1.3M in operating expenses (travel, equipment, game day), or $48,830 per participant, 9th of 43 in NCAA Division I. Total team expenses including coaching salaries and scholarships were $6.6M.
What does it cost to attend Michigan State University as an athlete?
Without athletic aid, the average net price after grants is $21,322 a year. Tuition is $17,256 for in-state students and $44,640 out of state.
Sources
U.S. Department of Education, Equity in Athletics Data Analysis (EADA), reporting year 2024-2025, as reported by the institution; College Scorecard. Rankings compare every NCAA Division I program in the same sport and gender that reported participants. NCAA roster limits: NCAA Division I Board, June 2025. Sport Fund is not affiliated with Michigan State University. How these pages work.