Northern Arizona University

Program Information

Degree Offered

PhD in Applied Linguistics

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Ph.D. program in Applied Linguistics at Northern Arizona University is designed to prepare researchers and teacher trainers to work independently and in leadership positions with the learning and teaching of second languages, the analysis of language, and the design of language-related research. We define the field of applied linguistics broadly. Students may pursue a diverse range of issues, including corpus linguistics, computer-assisted language learning (CALL), language planning and policy, language testing and program evaluation, second language acquisition, literacy, register analysis, language variation, grammar and discourse, and second language teaching and learning. The faculty at NAU work closely with individual students, helping them to develop as colleagues in applied linguistics. As a result, our Ph.D. students have an outstanding record of publication and participation in major conferences (such as TESOL and AAAL). Graduates of the Ph.D. program in applied linguistics have been highly successful at obtaining tenure-track faculty positions at major universities, such as Brigham Young University; Carnegie Mellon University; California State University, San Diego; California State University, Sacramento; Central Michigan University; Colorado State University; Iowa State University; Kent State University; Old Dominion University; Portland State University; SUNY Cortland; the University of Nebraska; and the University of South Florida.

Accreditation:

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA).

# of Credits Required:

81

International Student Requirements:

GRE scores are not required for the MA-TESL program. Non-native English speakers must also submit a current, official TOEFL score. A TOEFL score of 100 iBT (250 CBT, or 600 paper) or higher is required for regular admission. Applicants with lower scores can be conditionally admitted. In the first semester, non-native English speakers often take English 506: Introduction to American Language and Thought.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

7398 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

18172 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Intensive

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above