The Online Program admits students in the Fall only.
All Fall 2010 application and materials are due Feb 15, 2010.
Notification of admittance for September is usually sent to applicants by April 1st.
Generally, an applicant to the Master's in Applied Linguistics Program is required to have least a 3.0 GPA, preferably in a relevant field of study such as foreign language, linguistics, sociology, anthropology, English, history, political science or psychology. The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is not required but may be submitted to bolster an applicant's academic record. Candidates for the ESL Concentration must indicate proficiency in a language other than English at a level equivalent to two years of successful college study. Non-native speakers of English must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 575 paper based / 230 computer based.
Admission is competitive - Apply early!
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Candidates must supply three references, which indicate strong language skills and an ability to do academic work at the graduate level. If possible, referees should address directly the applicant's suitability for graduate work in Applied Linguistics. At least two letters should be from academic sources (previous professors); one of the three can be from an employer, a teaching supervisor, or principal. References should state clearly how long the referee has known the applicant and in what capacity.
Candidates must submit a written statement of at least 1,200 words indicating the reasons for their interest in pursuing a degree in Applied Linguistics. This statement is an important part of the application and is evaluated as evidence of the applicant's writing ability and familiarity with issues in the field. A discussion of the applicant's experiences in language study, language teaching/tutoring, travel, or living in other cultural settings is appropriate, as is the discussion of the candidate's career goals. The applicant may also use the statement to directly address any areas of weakness in their application. The statement should specify the applicant's intended concentration, whether English as a second language or Foreign language pedagogy.
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