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As one of the nation's most prestigious and long-standing linguistics programs, this department stands out for maintaining its dual emphasis on theoretical and historical linguistics.
Students benefit from Harvard's exceptional resources across disciplines, particularly in ancient/modern language studies and the expanding Mind Brain Behavior Initiative.
The program offers adaptable curriculum options to equip graduates for diverse career paths, supported by unparalleled Harvard facilities like Widener Library's world-class linguistics collection - including exclusive materials reserved for linguistics students and faculty.
Individuals who have or will have by the time of matriculation a BA, BS, or equivalent undergraduate degree (for prospective international students, a three- or four-year undergraduate degree from an institution of recognized standing) and actively seeks applicants from groups historically underrepresented in graduate schools. Applicants must receive a minimum score of 80 for the TOEFL, and it is not common for applicants to be admitted with TOEFL scores below 90. The minimum IELTS Academic score is 6.5. Some programs may require higher scores. Application Deadline: January 5.