TOEFL An applicant whose native language is not English is required to submit a satisfactory score on the TOEFL or the IELTS Intl. Academic Course Type 2 exam. The minimum acceptable score on the TOEFL is 80 Internet-based, or 570 paper-based IELTS The minimum acceptable overall band score on the IELTS Intl. Academic Course Type 2 exam is 6.5.

PS Personal statement Your personal statement should describe (1) previous academic work related to linguistics, (2) relevant practical experience, (3) intended specialization and/or probable research interest, and (4) career goals. It should be one to two pages in length. GPA The undergraduate and graduate GPA for successful applicants is typically 3.5 or higher.  Fee Degree Application (Includes Certificate Programs) - $50 Fee RL Two letters of recommendation Letters of recommendation should come from persons familiar with the applicant's academic achievement and potential and should specifically address the applicant's potential for success in a graduate degree program. Transcript Academic transcripts for all prior undergraduate  and graduate study.