Northwestern University Fully Funded PhD in Linguistics
PhD @Northwestern University posted 5 hours agoJob Description
Northwestern University offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Linguistics through its Department of Linguistics. This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research pursuits.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Linguistics
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Institution: Northwestern University
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Department: Department of Linguistics
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Program Structure: Full-time, research-intensive, typically completed in 5–6 years
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Research Areas:
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Phonetics and Phonology
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Syntax and Semantics
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Sociolinguistics
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Psycholinguistics
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Computational Linguistics
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The program emphasizes the integration of theoretical frameworks with advanced experimental and computational methodologies. Students benefit from state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and have the opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary research, collaborating with affiliated faculty across various departments. The curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in linguistic theory while allowing flexibility for students to pursue their individual research interests.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for five years.
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Stipend: Competitive annual stipend of $46,356 for the 2025–26 academic year.
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Health Insurance: Fully subsidized health insurance coverage.
The funding package comprises a combination of fellowships, teaching assistantships, and research assistantships. Students are typically funded for five years, with the possibility of a sixth year of support when needed to complete the degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in linguistics or a related field from an accredited institution. Applicants from allied fields such as biology, cognitive science, computer science, mathematics, music, neuroscience, or psychology are also encouraged to apply, provided they demonstrate sufficient knowledge of linguistics.
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Application Materials:
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Completed online application form through The Graduate School (TGS) of Northwestern University.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.
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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.
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Please note that GRE scores are not required for admission to the Ph.D. program in Linguistics.
