How to Apply

Once you have confirmed enrollment to U-M Ann Arbor and have a U-M email address, incoming first-year students can apply via the housing application in the Michigan Housing portal, which will go live and be linked here soon. If you are a transfer student, please email us at [email protected] for more information about how to apply.

Although LSWA is generally a first-year program, we may have limited capacity to accept students who are currently enrolled at the University of Michigan and interested in joining our program in Fall 2025, even if they are not current members of LSWA. Please reach out to [email protected] by Jan.10, 2025 to learn how to apply. 

There will be two application essay questions. Since the application does time out, we recommend writing out your answers beforehand, so you can copy and paste them into the application. 

Here is the Michigan Learning Communities question: 
The Michigan Learning Communities are committed to building communities of engaged and enthusiastic students from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives. In what ways would you contribute to your Michigan Learning Community and bring a unique perspective or viewpoint? (Suggested word count: 150-350 words.)

Here's the LSWA specific question:
Describe a recent creative project (such as poetry, performance, visual arts, music, dance, theater, fiction, journalism, etc.) that demonstrates your interest in writing and the arts. How does it speak to your passions, leadership, or the ways you approach creative challenges? (Suggested word count: 200-400 words.)

The Housing application will be due by 11:59 p.m. on May 12, 2025.

Don't hesitate to reach out to [email protected] with any questions.