Our programs are among the best in the U.S. 45 LSA programs are among the top 10, and two programs are the best in their fields. As the primary undergraduate college, LSA is the reason U.S. News & World Report ranks U-M as one of the top universities for undergraduate teaching.
As one of the world's great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.
Since 1841, the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) has been an integral part of the University of Michigan.
To qualify for a degree from the College of Literature, Science and the Arts, a student must complete a minimum 120 credits with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (C). A minimum of 60 credits towards degree must be completed in residence.
16,504 (2011)University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts / Total enrollment
Incoming students often wonder what the liberal arts are all about — and there's a lot to unpack. In a new course, A Whirlwind Tour of the Liberal Arts, top faculty highlight the breadth and depth of what you can study at LSA, covering 12 fascinating topics across disciplines.
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Arguably one of the most prestigious public universities in the US, the University of Michigan is a fantastic choice for college, especially if you're from Michigan.
The First-Year Seminars (FYS) program is designed to bring Michigan faculty together with incoming students in a small-class setting. LSA established the program in 1978 and greatly expanded it in 1994 as part of a broad effort to improve undergraduate education.
120 credit hoursA minimum of 120 credit hours with an overall average of C (2.00) or better is required for graduation.
A Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA) is a flexible account that helps you live your healthiest life. You can use the money in this account to buy a variety of lifestyle and wellness products and services.