MSU ADS competition cost?

I’ve been invited to Michigan State’s Alumni Distinguished Scholarship competition in January/February. Do you know if MSU covers airfare? Going to the competition will cost quite a lot between plane tickets, hotel costs, etc. I’d love to attend the ADS competition, but I don’t know if I can justify going with how much it will cost.

You are responsible for all costs, including $65 fee for the exam/lunch, etc.

LOTS of students attend this competition. Seemed a bit more like a school sales pitch than a realistic chance to win a scholarship.