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Second Language Studies (Doctoral) at Michigan State University

Michigan State University, United States

Programme overview

The Second Language Studies PhD is an interdisciplinary doctoral programme in the Applied Linguistics Program for researchers and teacher-researchers interested in second language acquisition and applied linguistics. It intersects with bilingualism, corpus linguistics, sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, educational linguistics, pragmatics and language assessment.

Faculty: College of Arts and Letters  |  Department: Linguistics, Languages, and Cultures (Applied Linguistics Program)  |  Intake: Fall; deadline Friday December 4 at 5pm for 2027/2028  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: East Lansing, MI, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Baccalaureate or equivalent in a related field (e.g., linguistics, foreign language, TESOL, education, psychology); most admitted students hold a related master's. GRE not required (dropped September 2023). Academic statement of purpose of typically 600-800 words; three letters of recommendation (at least one from a former professor or academic advisor); writing sample (MA thesis, class paper or publication); resume or CV. English test required for international applicants whose first language is not English unless they hold a master's from an AAU institution on a U.S. campus. Deadline December 4, 5pm, for 2027/2028 entry.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall; deadline Friday December 4 at 5pm for 2027/2028

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