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Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics

The goal of this program is to train graduate students to be effective teachers of adult learners of English as a second or foreign language.

Admissions at a Glance
Fall Deadline June 15
Spring Deadline Fall only
Extended Deadline None
Letters of Reference 3
Essay 500 Words
TOEFL (IBT) 100
IELTS 7
PTE 68
GRE No
GMAT No
Accepts Non-Matric No

Requirements for Matriculation

These requirements are in addition to the general requirements for matriculation.

  1. Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0
  2. In your essay, please describe an experience you have had that has encouraged you to become a teacher of English as a Second language and explain how that influenced your decision
  3. An interview may be requested.

The credentials of each applicant will be examined by the Linguistics Graduate Admissions Committee. The number of applicants approved for matriculation is limited by available resources; therefore, applicants who otherwise meet minimum requirements for matriculation may not necessarily be admitted.