Lyman Briggs College (LBC) is a science-centered residential college. Its mission is to engage in the sciences and mathematics in their diverse human, social and global contexts. LBC students engage in thoughtful research projects, learn from top researchers and educators, and are strongly encouraged to pursue hands-on experience in their field.
Biological sciences
• Animal science
• Biology
• Biochemistry and molecular biology
• Biochemistry and molecular biology/biotechnology
• Biomedical laboratory science
• Entomology
• Food science
• Genomics and molecular genetics
• Human biology
• Microbiology
• Neuroscience
• Nutritional sciences
• Physiology
• Plant biology
• Zoology
Environmental sciences
• Environmental biology/microbiology
• Environmental biology/plant biology
• Environmental biology/zoology
• Environmental geosciences
• Environmental sciences and management
• Fisheries and wildlife
• Forestry
Mathematical and computational sciences
• Actuarial science
• Computer science
• Computational mathematics
• Computer science coordinate major
• Mathematics
• Mathematics, advanced (honors)
• Statistics
Physical sciences
• Astrophysics
• Chemical physics
• Chemistry
• Geological sciences
• Physical science
• Physics
Social sciences
• Science and society
Teaching
• Integrated science - secondary education
Graduates from Lyman Briggs College pursue careers in a range of industries, excelling in jobs that demand deep knowledge of the core sciences and humanities.
To apply, simply select “Lyman Briggs” as your major preference on your MSU undergraduate application for admission.