Future Students
Will JMC help you meet your goals?
The students and faculty at James Madison College share a common goal of addressing and examining the major political, legal, social and economic issues affecting our world. Each major within the college allows students to examine a unique aspect of public affairs while developing strong communication, analytic and problem-solving skills. Graduates of James Madison College go on to careers in government, politics, business, education and human services, as well as continue their education at top graduate and law schools. We invite you to explore what James Madison College has to offer you!
- Curious about JMC's four unique majors and academic pathways? Learn more about the college's majors and minors.
- As a residential college, JMC offers a vibrant living-learning community. Read more about the residential college experience.
- Experiential Learning is an integral part of the Madison education. By engaging in internships, students gain firsthand experience that can then be applied to their academic interests.
- James Madison is a leader in study abroad programs. Find more information about Madison's Education Abroad experiences.
- Ready to apply? Simply fill out the MSU application, and select James Madison College as your intended major.
- Madison students possess diverse academic interests that translate to several different career paths post-graduation.
- Our most recent data shows that 62% of the Class of 2024 secured full-time or part-time employment within six months of graduation. Nearly 30% were continuing their education at institutions that include Brown University, Harvard, University of Michigan and the London School of Economics.
- James Madison College offers exceptional pre-law and graduate study preparation. Approximately 12% of Madison graduates pursue law school within six months of graduation, and another 12% matriculate to other graduate programs.
- Madison alumni have been accepted to some of the most prestigious law programs in the nation, including Harvard University, Stanford University, Columbia University, the University of Michigan and the University of Chicago. Common graduate programs our alumni pursue include business, economics, public health, international relations, sociology, Russian literature, urban affairs, resource development and journalism.
- View frequently asked questions about James Madison College.
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JMC Student Stories
Curious about what it's like to be a JMC student? Watch the JMC Student Stories series on YouTube, which features interviews with six current Madisonians discussing their experiences at the college.
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MSU continues to accept undergraduate applications after February 1 on a rolling admissions basis.