M.A. in Applied Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition – Advanced Study
Prepare for a career in language education and research
The M.A. in Applied Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition (ALSLA) – Advanced Study is a two-year program preparing U.S. and international students for a range of careers in language education and research, with opportunities to specialize in language learning research and teaching in Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish.
This program is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in academia or research-based industries. In addition to traditional course-based education in applied linguistics, our Advanced Study program offers opportunities to develop research skills, to engage in mentored language teaching and to learn effective professional communication strategies.
The M.A. in ALSLA – Advanced Study is a coursework-based program where students gain advanced foundational knowledge in the field, in addition to networking and creating professional development opportunities.
Graduates who earn their M.A. in ALSLA go on to pursue doctoral studies in applied linguistics and related fields and work in institutions of higher learning, private or public (alternative certification) secondary schools, and a multitude of settings in the U.S. and abroad.