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Michigan State University

Michigan State University is a large public research university in East Lansing, Michigan, known for its strong academic programs, vibrant campus life, and passionate “Spartan” community. Students often rave about the beautiful campus, the high-energy sports culture, the diverse student body, and the many opportunities for research, internships, and campus involvement.

State

Michigan

Student Population

49,000

Acceptance Rate

70%

GPA Range

3.3–3.7

SAT Range

1100–1300

Common Majors

business, engineering, nursing, kinesiology, communications, psychology

“Campus feels like a self‑contained college town with wide green spaces and big lecture halls, the student body is diverse and outgoing, the school culture buzzes around football Saturdays and Greek‑life events, professors are accessible but can be busy, and the mix of research, student organizations, and Lansing‑area activities keeps life beyond the classroom constantly moving.”

Team & Tuition

Divison

Division 1

Tuition (no scholarship)

In-state: $16,188; Out-of-state: $44,300

Conference

Big Ten Conference

Scholarships Available

Yes. Both athletic and academic.

Avg Men's Scores

71.59

Avg Women's Scores

73.4

Men's Team Notes

Spartans men fired record-low 832 (15-under) 54-hole totals at Island Resort Intercollegiate with final-round 273 matching program history. McCulloch's 70.89 average led Piot and Meekhof; top finishes across invitationals showcased depth and birdie production amid Midwest winds for postseason contention.

Women's Team Notes

Spartan women maintained low-73 averages highlighted by Chun's 71.97 scoring average and Borja's consistency across events. Multiple top-10 finishes with sharp par-4 play fueled regional positioning; strong invitationals and balanced lineup advanced national aspirations on challenging layouts.

Coaches

Men's Coach

Casey Lubahn

Women's Coach

Stacy Slobodnik‑Stoll

Men's Email

lubahn@ath.msu.edu

Women's Email

slobodni@ath.msu.edu

Men's Coach Bio

Casey Lubahn is Michigan State men’s head golf coach, entering his 15th season at the helm in 2025–26. A former Spartan golfer and three‑time Big Ten individual‑champion, he has guided MSU to 15 tournament wins, multiple top‑five Big Ten Championship finishes, and representation in nine straight NCAA Tournaments. Lubahn emphasizes a strong recruiting pipeline, academic excellence, and a demanding practice culture that keeps the Spartans competitive at both the Big Ten and national level.

Women's Coach Bio

Stacy Slobodnik‑Stoll is Michigan State women’s head golf coach, entering her 29th season with the Spartans in 2025–26. A five‑time Big Ten Coach of the Year and Hall of Fame inductee, she has led the program to eight Big Ten titles, 25 NCAA‑Regional appearances, and 15 trips to the NCAA Championships. Under Slobodnik‑Stoll, MSU has become a national‑level program, known for developing top‑flight talent and a disciplined, results‑driven environment.

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