MA Linguistics at University of Oregon

Programme overview

The MA in Linguistics builds in-depth knowledge of functional and usage-based approaches to phonology, syntax and semantics, along with methodological skills to complete an empirical study. Students choose a thesis option (49 credits) or a non-thesis option (48 credits).

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Department of Linguistics | Duration: 48-49 credits | Intake: Applies through the same procedure as the PhD | Location: Eugene, OR, United States

What you will study

Core courses include introduction to phonology, advanced syntax, a seminar and linguistic theory in phonology, syntax and semantics, plus electives. The thesis option adds 9 credits of thesis; MA candidates must also show two years of study of one second language within the past seven years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Department of Linguistics (MA): apply through the same application as the PhD, indicating the MA. Materials: statement of purpose covering interest, goals and faculty of interest, a writing sample such as a substantial term paper, transcripts showing relevant coursework and three recommendation letters. GRE scores are optional. Second-language requirement: at least two years of one second language within the past seven years. International applicants whose first language is not English: TOEFL iBT 88, IELTS 7.0 overall or Duolingo English Test 120 (University of Oregon graduate minimum), or a bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or an institution in Australia, Canada (excluding Quebec), Ireland, New Zealand or the United Kingdom. Application fee: $70 domestic, $90 international.

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.

Each graduate programme sets its own application deadlines and required materials.

Graduate application fee: $70 for domestic applicants and $90 for international applicants for degree-seeking programmes (doctoral, master's, graduate certificate); paid online by Visa, Mastercard or Discover when applying. Graduate Microcredential application fee is $35. Applications are submitted through the graduate application portal.

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