Dr. Christi Merrill

Associate Professor

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Biography

Christi Merrill is an Associate Professor in the Department of Comparative Literature at the University of Michigan, specializing in Asian Languages and Cultures. She holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from the University of Iowa. Her academic interests include comparative literature, with a focus on cultural studies related to South Asia. Christi's research encompasses the literary and cultural interactions between India and other regions, highlighting the complexities of cross-cultural dialog through literature. She has been affiliated with various institutes and centers, including the South Asian Studies Center, further broadening her interdisciplinary approach. Merrill actively participates in scholarly discussions and committees, contributing to the advancement of her fields of study.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science