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    The Department  of Linguistics combines theory-driven and empirically grounded language study with diverse, interdisciplinary research opportunities, encouraging graduate students from varied academic backgrounds to become active researchers early on.

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    The PhD program in linguistics is designed to support students as they progress from advanced training and academic preparation to independent research, dissertation work, and broader professional development.

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    The Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago offers both a BA major and a minor, giving undergraduate students flexible options for gaining a strong foundation in the scientific study of language and its core subdisciplines.

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    The Sapir Scholars Program connects undergraduate students with advanced graduate student mentors in Linguistics, offering valuable research experience, mentorship, and professional development for both groups.

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    The Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago offers students the opportunity to engage with a diverse range of languages from around the world, reflecting the department's deep commitment to linguistic diversity and cross-cultural study.

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    The Department of Linguistics is home to faculty and students engaged in broad and innovative research on human language, spanning both contemporary and historical perspectives on languages around the world.

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Cohort Year: 2023

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