Since 1958, Michigan State University has made an international name for itself for its innovations in nuclear science and groundbreaking research. It is now home to the world’s leading rare isotope facility: the Facility for Rare Isotope Beams (FRIB).

MSU’s nuclear physics graduate program top-ranked by U.S. News & World Report. Over the past five years, MSU has awarded about 15 percent of the nuclear physics doctoral degrees. This makes FRIB an instrumental part of educating award-winning students who go on to become the next generation of nuclear scientists.

At FRIB, the educational environment pairs with FRIB’s vast capabilities, allowing students to experience a unique synergy among their peers, faculty members, and staff. The top-ranked programs and world-class faculty also help develop award-winning students.

Read on to learn more about the variety of fellowships, scholarships, and other awards FRIB’s students have earned through their time and studies at Michigan State University—and consider the accolades and opportunities you may earn, too. 

FRIB: Unique opportunities, unwavering support

As a graduate student at FRIB, you’ll receive tailored instruction plus mentoring and support from expert faculty as you conduct unique research using cutting-edge technology.

After you complete your program of choice, you will join the ranks of other Michigan State University graduates pursuing opportunities not only at FRIB, but also the U.S Department of Energy laboratories and user facilities, NASA, large aerospace energy and industrial corporations, and many others. 

Learn more about studying and researching at FRIB

To study and conduct research at Michigan State University, apply to the program of your choice today:

• Apply to the Department of Chemistry
• Apply to the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Apply to the Department of Mechanical Engineering
• Apply to the Department of Physics and Astronomy