Ph.D. Programs
The Department of Linguistics offers four concentrations leading to the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) degree in Linguistics and Computational Linguistics (see list below). No matter the concentration, our faculty work closely with students, guiding their research and supporting their passions.
Applicants to the Ph.D. program are encouraged to identify prospective research advisors, at least one of whom should be in the concentration to which they apply.
After entering the program, Ph.D. students may elect to add a minor in a second one of these concentrations [new policy effective Spring 2023].
An interdisciplinary (second) concentration in Cognitive Science is also available to Ph.D. students.
The Computational Linguistics program carries the STEM-designated 30.4801 CIP code, meaning international graduates of the program are eligible for 3 years of OPT.
Master’s in Passing
If, in their course of the Ph.D. program, a doctoral student meets all of the requirements of a M.S. degree in Linguistics, he or she may apply to receive a “Master’s in Passing.” Please consult section IV.D.3 of the Graduate School Bulletin for full details about the “in passing” or “terminal” Master’s degree.