Graduate Information

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Prospective Student Information

The University of Chicago’s linguistics PhD is a six-year program combining coursework, research, language study, teaching, and dissertation work.

Graduate Student Handbook

The Linguistics Graduate Student Handbook provides more information about requirements, milestones, and important dates for doctoral students.

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Joint PhD Program

Additionally, the University of Chicago offers several joint doctoral programs. Such options currently exist between the Department of Linguistics and the Departments of Anthropology, Comparative Human Development, Psychology, Middle Eastern Studies, Slavic Languages and Literatures, and Philosophy.

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Masters of Arts Degree

The University of Chicago’s Master of Arts Program in the Humanities (MAPH) offers one- and two-year master’s options with flexible coursework, faculty-guided thesis work, and an extended language-study track.

Graduate Student Resources

Explore the wide range of resources available to you as a graduate student in the Department of Linguistics at the University of Chicago, all designed to support your success and growth as a student and researcher.

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