University of North Texas

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Admission Snapshot

Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a strong background in linguistics, computer science, or a related field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is typically required, and relevant coursework in programming and linguistic theory is preferred.

About This Program

This interdisciplinary program explores the scientific study of language from a computational perspective at the intersection of technology and linguistics.

Career Outcomes

Lead as Data Scientist in Cross-Industry AI with coursework phonetics expertise

• 1. Natural Language Processing Engineer
• 2. Machine Learning Researcher
• 3. Computational Linguist
• 4. Language Technology Developer

What You'll Learn

• Develop proficiency in programming languages and machine learning frameworks for language analysis
• Apply linguistic theory to computational models of syntax, semantics, and discourse
• Design and evaluate NLP systems for real-world applications such as machine translation and information retrieval
• Conduct research in computational linguistics and contribute to advances in language technology

Curriculum Highlights

Coursework covers phonetics, syntax, semantics, programming for linguistics, and research areas such as language documentation and data curation.

Top Employers

Top employers in computational linguistics include tech giants like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and IBM, as well as specialized NLP companies and research institutions focused on artificial intelligence and language technology.

Admissions

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree with a strong background in linguistics, computer science, or a related field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is typically required, and relevant coursework in programming and linguistic theory is preferred.

Application Materials

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required
• Writing Sample or Portfolio: Optional

Academic Requirements

• Degree Required: Master of Science (MS)
• GRE/GMAT: Optional (specific program policies vary)
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)