Overview

Emerge with deep knowledge of the diversity of issues inherent in the study of language and prepared to teach and conduct research.

University of Massachusetts Boston students have the opportunity to work with community based organizations or prepare to teach in various contexts, such as public schools, K-12, adult education, and language schools in the United States and abroad. Our campus program offers three types of graduate assistantships: teaching, research, and administrative.

In this Applied Linguistics program, you will learn to:

Describe language using appropriate linguistic concepts and terminology
Understand both psychological and social factors associated with language acquisition and development
Comprehend cultural and sociopolitical dimensions of language
Master a variety of language teaching methods
Demonstrate appropriate language pedagogical knowledge; and

Articulate reflective and critical knowledge regarding possible links between language pedagogy and policies and greater social justice.

Career Possibilities

Teach English as a second language (ESL) or other languages and share your expertise in language acquisition and teaching methodologies. Work in multicultural settings, providing guidance and training on effective communication across languages and cultures as a translator or communications specialist. Or, analyze language policies and their impact on society as a policy analyst. These are just a few of the possibilities.Become a(n):

Language Teacher
Intercultural Communications Specialist
Language Program Coordinator
Curriculum Developer
Research Assistant
Language Policy Analyst

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linguistics
Language, Culture, and Identity
Language Teaching
Methods and Materials in Foreign Language Instruction
Integrating Culture into the Language Curriculum
Bilingual/Multicultural Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

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Other requirements

General requirements

GPA
Bachelor's Degree
Online Application and Fee
Official Transcripts
Test Scores
2 Letters of Recommendation

Statement of Purpose

at least a 3.0 undergraduate grade point average
Non-native speakers of English must submit a minimum TOEFL score of 600 on the paper-based test, or a 6.5 IELTS score.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

29932 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29932 USD / year

≈ 29932 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15410 USD / year

≈ 15410 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 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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Overview

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

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Living costs

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