Admissions will take place once a year. Applications are due on March 15 for the following semester.
Current or Admitted Rackham Students
Students who wish to enter the Latina/o Studies Certificate Program must submit an online application that includes the following materials:
A letter of application that explains the student’s interest in the program, background in Latina/o Studies, and other relevant preparation (for example, coursework that demonstrates an interest or research focus on Latina/o communities).
A list of proposed courses (or courses already completed) that fulfill the program requirements.
A current transcript demonstrating that the student has maintained at least a “B” average at his or her graduate or professional school (or at his or her undergraduate institution for entering students).
One letter of recommendation from a faculty sponsor.
Applicants will be evaluated by Latina/o Studies core faculty based on their preparation for, commitment to, and understanding of Latina/o Studies as evidenced in their letter of application, coursework plan, and letter of recommendation. Prime consideration will be given to those graduate students with strong academic records who anticipate integrating Latina/o Studies methods and topics into their future research and professional pursuits. Not all candidates will be admitted.
In addition, you will need to complete the Rackham Dual Degree Application if you are a current Rackham Graduate Student. The application fee is $10. See more information on Rackham’s website. Scroll down to “Dual Admission” to read more about the application process.
If you are not a Rackham Graduate Student and are a U-M graduate student who is in a graduate program not affiliated with Rackham, e.g., law, medicine, or business will need to complete Rackham Graduate School’s application. The application fee is $75.
And you should also look over:
The Rackham Dual/Joint Degree Election Form. Note: this form is not needed for admission. It is only required that you submit it before you receive your LS certificate. However, it is a useful planning document.
