Overview
Graduate programs in the Department of Linguistics from The University of Iowa emphasize theory and research. Students interested in non-university careers also may take courses in applied linguistics and other fields in connection with doctoral work.
Iowa's Department of Linguistics has particular strengths in phonology, syntax, and second language acquisition (SLA).
Career Advancement
- Linguistics majors have found work teaching English as a second language overseas.
- Unique teaching opportunities worth exploring include those with the Peace Corps and Teach For America.
Programme Structure
- The phonology curriculum emphasizes current theoretical perspectives, including optimality theory, and the collection, description, and interpretation of novel phonological and phonetic data.
- Courses feature extensive work in data analysis and problem solving, focusing on construction and evaluation of phonological theories, particularly in light of new empirical data.
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
Deadlines
- Fall semester—Jan. 15
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Language Studies Linguistics View 63 other PhDs in Linguistics in United StatesAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- You must first submit the online application to the Graduate College and pay the $60 application fee by credit card ($100 for international applicants).
- Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an email instructing you on how to upload your supporting documents and submit letters of recommendation. A few programs require materials be sent directly to them. However, almost all supplemental material can and should be uploaded from your Admissions Profile in MyUI, our online service center for applicants and students. You can only access this AFTER you have submitted your application.
Tuition Fee
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International
31511 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31511 USD per year -
National
31511 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 31511 USD per year -
In-State
12564 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12564 USD per year
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