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Checklist

Step 1: Apply

  • Complete the Peace Corps Prep application on MCompass. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the calendar year. Refer to the Requirements page or the Student Guide to plan how you intend to fulfill the Peace Corps Prep requirements
  • Within two weeks you can expect to hear from a Peace Corps Prep Advisor regarding your application status

Step 2: Meet with a PC Prep Advisor

  • Once admitted, we recommend scheduling a meeting with a PC Prep advisor
  • Come to this meeting prepared to discuss your potential plan for fulfilling the Peace Corps Prep program requirements - this will be an opportunity to double check that your intended plan will be successful and/or make any changes

Step 3: Certificate Requirements

  • When enrolling in classes, ensure that you are signing up for courses that also fulfill the work sector, cultural competence, and language requirements of the PC Prep program. Many courses that participants take to fulfill their graduation requirements also count towards Peace Corps Prep!
  • Engage in service, work, or internship hours to fulfill work sector requirements - remember to have the tracking form signed by a supervisor or have your supervisor email Peace Corps Prep staff to confirm your work hours
  • While you may choose to wait until your senior year to have your resume reviewed and complete a mock interview, it is never too soon to plan how you will fulfill the leadership requirement; joining a student organization may be a good way to start!
  • To check whether certain courses or experience will fulfill the requirements, you can submit them for pre-review via optional quizzes on the Peace Corps Prep Canvas page. 

Step 4: Engage

  • Stay connected to the Peace Corps Prep community by attending Peace Corps Prep events.
  • Be sure to connect with a PC Prep Coordinator periodically to track your progress in the program and ensure you are meeting the requirements.

Step 5: Completion of Requirements

  1. After successfully completing all of the program requirements, log back into M-Compass
  2. Upload and submit the following completed and signed forms to M-Compass
    • Unofficial university transcript
    • Work sector hour documentation
    • Resume review verification form
    • Interview preparation verification form
    • Peace Corps Event or Meeting Reflection
    • Exit checklist
  3. Once you’ve completed all the MCompass requirements, you’ll need to press the “Submit” button in MCompass. This will alert the PC Prep team that your documents are ready for review.
    • This step is very important and is a requirement for completing the U-M Peace Corps Prep program.
  4. Upon completion of the program requirements and approval by a PC Prep coordinator, you will have earned your official PC Prep Certificate. The national Peace Corps Office distributes certificates two times per year - at the end of the Fall and Winter semesters.

Step 6: Prepare for service

  • For students who wish to serve in the Peace Corps upon graduation, you may begin looking into the best Peace Corps position for you!
  • For advice on the application process, reach out to a Peace Corps Recruiter right here on U-M’s campus!
  • Remember to upload your completed (and signed) Exit Checklist when you apply for Peace Corps - even if you’ve not yet finished all of your requirements!