The Linguistics Department has a strong record of preparing students for Ph.D. study elsewhere. Approximately one-fourth to one-third of our M.A. graduates go on to advanced study at some time in their careers, and they are admitted to top-ranked theoretical and applied programs in universities in the U.S. and other countries.
Applied Linguistics M.A.
Applied Linguistics M.A.
The Applied Linguistics Master of Arts degree offers a strong theoretical foundation and research experience in applied linguistics with practical experience in language instruction and prepares students for doctoral studies and professional careers in this field.
The completion of the degree with full-time attendance normally takes two academic years.
Careers with an Applied Linguistics Master's Degree
Applied Linguistics M.A. Courses & Degree Requirements
Complete a minimum 31 hours with a minimum of a B grade in each course.
Culminating Experience
As a culminating experience, students’ overall learning in the M.A. in Applied Linguistics program will be assessed by using the e-Portfolio, which is developed in LING 6970 – Professional Portfolio Seminar.
Ready for the Next Step?
Note: Applicants interested in a Teaching Assistant position in Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Swahili, and Undergraduate Linguistics instruction should submit a teaching philosophy. A TA position in Undergraduate Linguistics is awarded only to those who already hold a graduate-level degree. An additional recommendation from a person in a supervisory position in their previous teaching job is helpful.
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Online TESOL Endorsement for TeachersThis fully-online program allows students studying at the graduate level who are not enrolled in the Linguistics graduate program to become licensed to teach P-12 English Language students. Candidates must already hold a valid Ohio teaching license.