Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Linguistics - Sociolinguistics in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
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Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
41,544
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Language Variation & Cognition Lab spearheads sociolinguistics research at Penn, concentrating on ongoing language variation and evolution. Studies in this domain examine drivers of linguistic shifts, including social influences and interactions with other languages, with relevance across all linguistic disciplines. Penn's Linguistics Ph.D. program encompasses diverse theoretical approaches and research methods, united by a dedication to rigorous, formal analysis of human language acquisition and usage. While rooted in generative grammar, the program fosters intellectual exchange between empirical findings and theoretical frameworks. Through partnerships with departments like computer science and psychology, we cultivate an interdisciplinary understanding of language. Students receive comprehensive training while developing expertise in their specialized linguistic fields, enabling meaningful academic discourse both within and beyond the program.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Academic transcripts of undergraduate courses and grades, and any previous graduate work.
TOEFL score for non-native speakers of English.
A personal statement of your academic goals.
Recommendations from at least three professors or others familiar with your academic abilities.
A writing sample and other supporting materials.
. Applicants are expected to have a score of at least 600 on the paper-based test (PBT), or 250 on the computer-based test (CBT) or 100 on the newer internet-based test (iBT). All these versions of the test are accepted, subject to the two-year limit. We also accept the IELTS, but the University is not set up to receive the scores electronically. A score of 7.0 or better is expected.
TOEFL score for non-native speakers of English.
A personal statement of your academic goals.
Recommendations from at least three professors or others familiar with your academic abilities.
A writing sample and other supporting materials.
. Applicants are expected to have a score of at least 600 on the paper-based test (PBT), or 250 on the computer-based test (CBT) or 100 on the newer internet-based test (iBT). All these versions of the test are accepted, subject to the two-year limit. We also accept the IELTS, but the University is not set up to receive the scores electronically. A score of 7.0 or better is expected.
Tuition
USD
41,544