Dr. Rona Carter

Associate Professor

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Biography

Rona Carter is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and Arts, as well as a Courtesy Assistant Professor at the Marsal Family School of Education. Her research focuses on the biological transitions and interpersonal relationships of adolescent girls and how school contexts influence their academic and psychological outcomes. She investigates the intersection of identities such as gender and race/ethnicity, examining how these factors shape girls' interpersonal experiences in educational settings. Dr. Carter's current projects include developing a culturally-responsive education program called Double Digits, aimed at supporting Black and Latinx girls during puberty by promoting peer reinforcement and improving social skills. Her research has been published in notable journals including Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, Child Development, and the Journal of Youth and Adolescence.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-08-15 — Present

University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching and conducting research in Psychology with a focus on adolescent development and educational interventions.

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