How to apply

Applications for Living ArtsEngine are within the Michigan Housing Portal. You apply for LAE when you apply for housing at U-M. Both the Housing and Living ArtsEngine applications close at 11:59pm EST on Monday, May 12, 2025. You can read about the housing application process including applying for Living Learning Communities here.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE
Any admitted incoming first-year U-M student who has turned in their enrollment deposit.
Due to housing restraints, we are not able to accept transfer students at this time.

2025-2026 APPLICATION TIMELINE
MLC Application Opens within the Michigan Housing Portal
April 2nd
MLC Application Closes
May 12th at 11:59 PM (EST)
MLC Decision Notifications
May 21st at 5:00 PM (EST)
Waitlist Admitted Student Final Decision Notifications
Rolling
ANY QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions in the mean time, send an email to us at : [email protected], or sign up to receive more information by filling out our interest form.
Please see the UM Housing website for additional information about housing
For additional information about learning communities, please take a look at the FAQ’s and visit the Michigan Learning Communities (MLC) website.