37.3530, Support: Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition: PhD, Carnegie Mellon University

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Subject: 37.3530, Support: Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition: PhD, Carnegie Mellon University

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Date: 08-Sep-2026
From: Seth Wiener [sethw1 at cmu.edu]
Subject: Applied Linguistics, Language Acquisition: PhD, Carnegie Mellon University


Institution/Organization: Carnegie Mellon University

Level: PhD

Duties: Teaching

Specialty Areas: Applied Linguistics; Language Acquisition

Description:

The Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics at
Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for our Applied
Linguistics and Second Language Acquisition Ph.D. program.
The goal of the Ph.D. program is to create independent and insightful
researchers capable of using analytical and empirical methods to
understand the acquisition, use, and maintenance of additional
languages. Our unique program provides students with a theoretical
grounding in applied linguistics, coupled with broad training in
qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Through close
1-on-1 mentoring, students gain a strong interdisciplinary
understanding of the field, along with the knowledge and skills needed
to conduct high-quality empirical investigations. Recent graduates
have gone on to careers in academia, industry, military, and
non-profit jobs.
Faculty:
Khaled Al Masaeed (pragmatics, language in culture & society)
Uju Anya (identity & investment, critical discourse studies)
Katharine Burns (bilingualism & heritage speakers, language policy)
Sébastien Dubreil (linguistic landscapes, game-based learning)
Sanghee Kang (writing & composition, task-based instruction)
Adam van Compernolle (sociolinguistics, concept-based instruction &
dynamic assessment)
Seth Wiener (psycholinguistics, speech perception & production)
Students accepted to the program receive a four year funding package
including a full tuition waiver, a competitive bi-monthly stipend, and
summer support. Students also receive a first-year teaching release.
Students serve as instructors and/or teaching assistants for the
remaining three years.
For more information about the program, application, and to RSVP for
the session, visit our website:
https://www.cmu.edu/dietrich/lcal/academics/graduate/phd/index.html

Application Deadline: 11-Jan-2027

Mailing Address for Applications:
        Department of Languages, Cultures & Applied Linguistics
        4980 Margaret Morrison Street
        341 Posner Hall
        Pittsburgh, PA 15213
        USA
Web Address for Applications:
https://www.cmu.edu/dietrich/lcal/academics/graduate/phd/index.html


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