Dr. Micah Auerback

Associate Professor

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Biography

Micah Auerback is an Associate Professor in the Department of Asian Languages and Cultures at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on Japanese religion and its historical context, particularly through the lens of Buddhist studies. He has contributed significantly to the understanding of the intersection between religion and culture in Japan, with a strong emphasis on historical analysis. Auerback has been active in both teaching and research, guiding students in exploring the complexities of Asian languages and their cultural underpinnings. He received his Ph.D. from Princeton University in 2007, establishing a solid foundation in Buddhist studies, which continues to inform his scholarship. He has published numerous articles and has participated in various academic forums discussing the intricacies of religion in East Asia.

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