Before You Begin
We're honored that you are applying to the Midwives College of Utah! Upcoming application deadlines are: November 2, 2020 for Summer 2021 and March 1, 2021 for Fall 2021.
To complete this application you will need the following:
- Two letters of recommendation in PDF format available for upload from your computer, along with the contact information for the individuals writing the letters;
- Proof of High School graduation or GED completion, if you have not completed a Bachelor's degree or higher at an accredited academic institution. We accept scanned PDF copies of HS diplomas (with the graduation date listed), high school/homeschool transcripts, or certificates of GED completion.
- Names of each post-secondary institution that you have attended and the years you attended. You MUST list ALL certificate programs, community colleges, colleges, universities, and other institutions you have attended following high-school/GED, even if you do not believe credit will transfer.
- Transcripts for ALL post-secondary institutions you have attended must be submitted either as PDF copies of unofficial transcripts or official transcripts; only official transcripts will be reviewed for transfer credit. Transcripts should be sent to: admissions@midwifery.edu or Midwives College of Utah, 1174 E. Graystone Way, Suite 2, Salt Lake City, UT 84106;
- Proof of relevant trainings/certifications including: doula, NRP/CPR cards, and/or CPM/LM/CNM documentation.
- After you submit the first portion of this application, you will need to COMPLETE THE FINAL STEPS of your application by: logging into your midwifery.edu account to pay the application fee, upload a .JPG photo of yourself (which will be used for printed student IDs), and sign/submit the application electronically. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THESE FINAL STEPS IN ORDER TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION FOR REVIEW.
- Ready? Let's get started! Please contact admissions@midwifery.edu if you need assistance along the way.
Previous Application/Enrollment
Please provide reason for withdrawal.*
Application
Letters of Recommendation
Please provide the contact information for two references and upload the corresponding two letters of recommendation in PDF file format. These letters must be provided by two independent individuals who are unrelated to you and can identify your aptitude for rigorous academic study combined with the unique challenges associated with birth work. If you have identified that you have experience attending births, ideally one reference should be from someone who has observed you in a birth setting. Please upload documents only in PDF format.
Previous Education
Briefly tell us what lessons you learned from your previous academic struggles that you will use to inform your plan for student success in your academic courses at MCU? (600 characters or fewer - not words.)*
Important notes for applicants who have previously earned ANY credits at any post-secondary institutions:
- MCU requires you to submit unofficial or official transcripts for ALL post-secondary coursework that was completed for credit, even if you feel transfer credit will not apply.
- All transcripts must be received within three (3) weeks following the application deadline.
- If you do not want your transcripts reviewed for transfer credit evaluation, you may submit PDF format files of UNofficial transcripts to admissions@midwifery.edu. If you would like your transcripts evaluated for transfer credit, you must request official copies of your transcripts be submitted directly from the institution you attended to MCU.
- If you are currently taking coursework that is in progress at another institution, you must submit a final transcript after your grades have been posted for the semester.
In the section below, please list ALL post-secondary institutions that you have attended in your lifetime and submit unofficial transcripts to admissions@midwifery.edu for each institution (or official transcripts if seeking transfer credit). Please reference the important notes above.
Training and Certifications
The following training/experience/certifications are not required to be offered admission to MCU; however, they may strengthen your application and will enhance your preparation for pursuing midwifery education.
Additional Relevant Certifications or Trainings
Experience and Clinical Opportunity
The following experience is not required to be offered admission to MCU; however, this type of experience can strengthen your application and will enhance your preparation for pursuing midwifery education.
Distance Education
Short Essays
We value strong writing skills and creativity at MCU. Please answer the following questions in a short essay format. Maximum character limits will apply. Feel free to use your own writing software to ensure that you send us your best effort. Please note that free editing software is available at www.grammarly.com to assist you with grammar, structure, and spelling.
Why are you passionate about midwifery and how has this led you to apply to MCU? (1400 or fewer characters maximum - not words) *
Please share your vision of your midwifery career. Who will you serve as a midwife and in what setting(s)? How will you contribute to the broader midwifery community? (1100 characters maximum - not words.)*
Describe the legal status and scope of practice of Certified Professional Midwives in the United States and in the state(s)/geographic area you plan to practice midwifery. (1100 or fewer characters maximum - not words.)*
What are the challenges and/or obstacles you will face to completing your midwifery education while balancing the significant demands of an on-call midwifery lifestyle that is typically required for student midwives? Discuss your plans for meeting these challenges and fitting your academics/clinical responsibilities into your life. (1200 characters maximum - not words). *
Distance education requires that students are motivated and self-directed. Please describe a situation in which you demonstrated self-direction and personal motivation. (850 characters maximum or fewer - not words.)*
Tell us about your characteristics that allow you to learn/work respectfully with fellow students and pregnant/birthing people/families whose belief systems, health choices, identities, and family structures are different than your own. (1000 characters or fewer - not words.)*
MCU is a committed ally to all underrepresented individuals/families who seek access to midwifery care and those who strive to become midwifery providers within their communities. In your region, please identify who has not traditionally had access to community-based midwifery care and please share your goals (if any) for serving this population. If you are a part of an underrepresented community/population that has not traditionally had access to community-based midwifery care, please share how you will meet the unique needs of your community/population. (1000 characters maximum or fewer - not words.)*