# James Madison College

**Source**: https://admissions.msu.edu/academics/residential-colleges/james-madison
**Parent**: https://admissions.msu.edu/academics/residential-colleges

## What is James Madison College?

James Madison College (JMC) is a residential college where students studying public affairs and international relations receive personalized instruction while living together in the same residence hall. JMC offers students easy access to a wide range of campus resources, including faculty offices, academic advisers, classrooms, dining facilities and a library. Beyond traditional classroom learning, the college encourages civic engagement and global perspectives, promoting diversity, critical thinking and social justice.

## Why James Madison?

- Small class sizes
- Lively class discussions that encourage participation
- Faculty double as advisers
- First-year mentorship program and other extracurriculars
- Diverse career options upon graduation
- All the benefits of a small liberal arts college combined with the opportunities of a large, Big Ten university