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MSU Ranks 56th Globally for Interdisciplinary Science Excellence

12/18/2025

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Michigan State University (MSU) is ranked No. 56 globally in the 2026 Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, placing it in the top 7% of 991 institutions across 94 countries.
It ranks No. 20 among 47 U.S. universities and No. 19 among 28 Association of American Universities members.
The rankings measure research strength and collaboration to address challenges, while MSU Provost Laura Lee McIntyre cites interdisciplinary work in climate resilience and public health.

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Michigan State University (MSU) is ranked No. 56 globally in the 2026 Interdisciplinary Science Rankings, placing it in the top 7% of 991 institutions across 94 countries.
It ranks No. 20 among 47 U.S. universities and No. 19 among 28 Association of American Universities members.
The rankings measure research strength and collaboration to address challenges, while MSU Provost Laura Lee McIntyre cites interdisciplinary work in climate resilience and public health.