Detroit,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Linguistics in Detroit United States | Wayne State University
Wayne State University
|
Detroit United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,116
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The linguistics master of arts program offers graduate students comprehensive, interdisciplinary education focused on the discipline's theoretical foundations. This degree equips learners for both advanced linguistic research and careers demanding expert language analysis or precise communication skills. The curriculum includes five core linguistics courses, with potential waivers available for students who completed equivalent undergraduate coursework recently.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Undergraduate degree from an accredited university
Strong academic record, especially in fields relevant to linguistics
At least one year of foreign language study
At least one course in linguistics (this can be waived under certain circumstances)
A one-page statement of purpose should also be uploaded as part of your application materials. In the statement, explain what has led you to the study of linguistics, what about human language interests you and what you would like to do upon completion of this degree
For foreign applicants, TOEFL scores (or scores from an acceptable alternate) from a test taken within the last two years
Note: GRE scores and recommendation letters are not required. However, if you have them and would like to submit them, you may do so. Writing samples are not required
IELTS 6.5 (overall band), 79 internet-based (iBT and iBT Home Edition) 550 paper-based (PBT)
Strong academic record, especially in fields relevant to linguistics
At least one year of foreign language study
At least one course in linguistics (this can be waived under certain circumstances)
A one-page statement of purpose should also be uploaded as part of your application materials. In the statement, explain what has led you to the study of linguistics, what about human language interests you and what you would like to do upon completion of this degree
For foreign applicants, TOEFL scores (or scores from an acceptable alternate) from a test taken within the last two years
Note: GRE scores and recommendation letters are not required. However, if you have them and would like to submit them, you may do so. Writing samples are not required
IELTS 6.5 (overall band), 79 internet-based (iBT and iBT Home Edition) 550 paper-based (PBT)
Tuition
USD
28,116