Who Can Join the RC?
The LSA Residential College is a self-selected four-year Michigan Learning Community open to LSA students from all disciplines, backgrounds, and experiences. Around 250 students join the incoming cohort each fall with admission granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Any prospective student who has been admitted to the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) is eligible to join the Residential College.
Fall 2026 Admission
There are two ways to join the RC for Fall 2026:
Apply to LSA on the Common App and select “LSA Residential College First Year” when submitting your application.
Apply to LSA on the Common App and express interest in the Residential College after admission to LSA.
Check out the detailed steps below!
