University of Pittsburgh Fully Funded PhD in Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

PhD @University of Pittsburgh posted 1 month ago

Job Description

University of Pittsburgh offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Linguistics with a specialization in Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) through its Department of Linguistics. This program is designed to prepare students for careers in academia, research, and applied linguistics, focusing on second language acquisition and TESOL methodologies.​

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Linguistics (TESOL specialization)

  • Institution: University of Pittsburgh

  • Department: Linguistics​

The program offers research opportunities in areas such as phonetics/phonology, second language acquisition, sociolinguistics, Hispanic linguistics, and TESOL. Students engage in rigorous coursework, comprehensive examinations, and original research leading to a dissertation.

Funding Package

All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.

  • Stipend: An annual stipend provided through teaching assistantships (TAs), teaching fellowships (TFs), or research assistantships (RAs).

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.

  • Duration: Funding is typically provided for up to five years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress.​

Additional funding opportunities include departmental research grants, conference travel grants, and awards such as the Robert T. Henderson Endowment Fund Award and Book Grant, which offers $1,000 to $2,500 to graduate students working in TESOL.

Admission Requirements

  • Academic Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in linguistics, TESOL, or a related field.

  • Application Materials:

    • Online application through the GradCAS portal.

    • Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals.

    • Three letters of recommendation.

    • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

    • Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

    • Writing sample demonstrating research capabilities.

    • TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores for non-native English speakers.

GRE scores are not required for admission.

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