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Connections & Resources

Michigan State University is committed to helping you find connections on campus and navigate the resources available to you. Find these helpful resources and points of contact who can assist in the adjustment to campus life.

Campus Resources 

  • Counseling & Psychiatric Services - CAPS is the place for students seeking help for a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, stress management, homesickness, adjustment or acculturation, relationships, issues around race, gender and sexual orientation (LBGTQ), substance abuse, traumatic experiences, eating or body image concerns, and other personal mental health concerns. CAPS combines the clinical services of counseling and psychiatry in one setting. All services are free of charge. Psychiatric services begin to accrue costs after the completion of the first three appointments.
  • Financial Aid - Michigan State University is proud to offer a wide range of financial support tools to all of its students, including those whose citizenship status may be complex. While undocumented students and students under DACA are not eligible for federal aid, all students are encouraged to apply for MSU’s merit-based scholarships, which are available to students of any immigration status. Undocumented and DACA students may also qualify for aid from the state or private scholarships
  • Office of International Students and Scholars - This office gives support to MSU’s international students and their families. Their services include advising on U.S. immigration regulations, integrating international students and scholars into MSU, and being an active liaison with foreign embassies and other government agencies. OISS also provides opportunities for cultural interactions and exchanges for members of the MSU community. 
  • MSU Immigration Law Clinic - The clinic can provide training, workshops and information for MSU students, faculty and staff.
  • Student Parent and Caregivers Resource Center - The center offers individualized case management, connecting students with legal resources, financial assistance, emergency aid and mental health support. SPCRC helps students access childcare, food, housing and academic accommodations to reduce barriers to success. Additionally, they foster a supportive community through peer networks to empower students in their caregiving roles while pursuing their educational goals.

Additional Resources

Michigan State condemns any form of discrimination both on campus and off. If you believe you have been the subject of discrimination or bias, reports can be filed through the MSU Office for Civil Rights/Office of Institutional Equity. Other resources for support include the Office for Institutional Diversity and Inclusion, the Office of Student Support & Accountability, the Office of the University Ombudsperson, and the Office for International Students and Scholars.

In difficult times, MSU helps students through MSU’s Support Our Spartans (SOS) Fund. These funds are allocated to students who need immediate financial support when emergencies occur.

Online Resources

Community Resources