22 'Party Schools' That Also Offer Surprisingly Elite Academics

16. Michigan State University (MSU): Green and White Revelry Meets Research Grit

MSU students know how to celebrate—especially during football season—but the university’s academic credentials are just as strong. MSU is home to a world-class College of Education, a top-ranked College of Veterinary Medicine, and one of the largest agricultural research networks in the U.S. Its work in nuclear physics and supply chain management (Broad College of Business) attracts international recognition. With sprawling resources and a deeply involved student body, MSU is where tailgating and thesis writing happily coexist.