Overview

Linguistics from Gallaudet University begins with foundational courses in linguistic theory, centered on phonology, cognitive linguistics and generative linguistics, focusing on both spoken and signed languages.

Graduates with Linguistics from Gallaudet University will:

Gain accuracy and automaticity of foundational knowledge

Gain ability to identify generalizations

Gain ability to identify claims made in the sign language linguistics literature and articulate their primary, "trademark features".

Clear presentation of material in ASL and written English, demonstrating how such material relates to critical issues in linguistics and the Deaf communities.

Demonstrate academic integrity and responsible conduct in their research practices with transparency and respect to the communities involved

Programme Structure

Courses include:

First and Second Language Acquisition

Depiction, Iconicity, and Gesture

Bilingualism

Prosody in Sign and Spoken Languages

Sociolinguistics in Deaf Communities

Languages and Cultures in Deaf Communities

Phonology

Generative Linguistics

First Language Acquisition

Second Language Acquisition

Cognitive Linguistics

Discourse Analysis

Discourse Analysis: Conversation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

More details

Priority deadline programs continue to accept candidates on a rolling basis until all program seats are filled.

Language

English

Credits

41 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Three letters of reference (at least two of these letters should be academic references)

Written English sample

ASL sample. - Students will be given a short (3 1⁄2 minute) video of an academic presentation given in ASL and asked to record themselves summarizing the presentation.

Competence in the English language

A completed Graduate School Application Form, including payment of the $75 non-refundable application fee.

Official transcripts

At least a B (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) cumulative grade point average (GPA) in undergraduate and previous graduate work.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

31140 USD / year

≈ 31140 USD / year
Out-of-State

20754 USD / year

≈ 20754 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20754 USD / year

≈ 20754 USD / year

Additional Details

International (Developing Country): $15,570 per semester
International (Non-Developing Country): $20,754 per semester

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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