GUPPY, IS4GT, MST, and MSTL

Application Fee

All programs (GUPPY, IS4GT,MST, and MSTL) require a $75 nonrefundable application fee (before March 1). After March 1, application fee will be $95. 

Once accepted, 50% of tuition is due within 7 days, the remaining balance is due 7 days later. The total tuition must be paid within 14 days of acceptance. 

Tuition

GUPPY 4:

AM session or weekend: $350 (weekend includes lunches)

All Day (during the week): $675 (includes lunches)

GUPPY 5-6:

AM session or weekend: $350 (weekend includes lunches)

All Day (during the week): $675 (includes lunches)

IS4GT, MST or MSTL: $950 commuter (includes lunches), $2,100 residential the week of July 7, 2025

Tuition Payment Information

GUPPY, IS4GT, MST and MSTL: Once accepted into the program, each student must pay half tuition 7 days after acceptance. The remaining balance will be due 7 days later. Contact the GATE office if a payment plan is needed. However, please realize that tuition must be paid in full within 2 weeks of acceptance.

Hotels

AC Hotel Lansing University Area
$129 Overnight rate / $159 Suite
Book your corporate rate for Michigan State University Travel
 
Hyatt House Lansing East – University Area
$124 Overnight rate + free parking / Long-Term stays available
Book your stay at the Hyatt House Lansing East - University Area Hotel

Doubletree Lansing:  Having just wrapped up a $150m renovation, you will not recognize the old Renaissance Hotel. MSU exclusive rate: $110 per night

Graduate Hotel (by Hilton) East Lansing:  A fun, Spartan themed recently built property just across from the Union.  MSU exclusive rate from $124 per night, and $150 per night parking included

Need Based Scholarships

See the Need Based Scholarships page for more details.

How to Pay

See Payment Options page for more details.

Other Costs

GUPPY, IS4GT, MST, and MSTL: Parents are responsible for getting their students to and from the program. Students should bring a small amount of personal spending money for souvenirs, etc.

Change Fee: $25 change fee for students who request a program change or add additional tracks for any reason after acceptance.

Cancellation Policy

All programs, or classes within a program, may be subject to a minimum enrollment and may be canceled at the discretion of the GATE office.

Refunds and Withdrawals

• The application fee of $75 or $95 is nonrefundable.
• No tuition, meal fees, or other related program expenses are refundable.
• If classes or programs are canceled by the GATE office, application fee and tuition would then be refunded.