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Forensic Linguistics, the scientific study of language, is a vital investigative tool for law enforcement and intelligence experts in the United States and around the world. The Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Linguistics, the first program of its kind in the Western Hemisphere, will teach you how to use a linguist’s core tools, including phonetics, syntax, semantics and sociolinguistics, to analyze language in legal and other real-world settings. Learn from brilliant scholars who have worked with the FBI and consulted on an extensive array of criminal cases and counterterrorism efforts. Our program combines a broad-based academic experience with applied workshops and internship opportunities working on ongoing cases. Full-time students typically complete the program in two years. Scholarships are available for qualified candidates.
Courses are available both in person and online, with most online classes meeting synchronously—that is, in real time, with students and professors interacting face-to-face in a virtual setting. This format allows students to gain the full benefit of the course experience and build strong connections with their professors. Schedule a one-on-one phone appointment with Lindsay Robinson, assistant dean to learn more today!
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Visit the Hofstra campus or connect with the graduate admissions team. We will answer your questions and put you in touch with program faculty or degree candidates to learn more. Contact us at graduateadmission@hofstra.edu, or call 516-463-4723.
To be considered for the MA in Forensic Linguistics program, you must have completed an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution.
Start your application online where you can upload the following documents:
- Transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities. You may initially submit unofficial copies of your transcripts for your application review, but official transcripts will be required once you are accepted into the program.
- Introduction to linguistics with a grade of B or better required prior to start of program.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Written statement of professional interests and goals.
International students: Please review additional admission requirements.
If you are a current Hofstra student interested in pursuing the dual BA/MA program, please contact your academic advisor and refer any additional questions to graduateadmission@hofstra.edu.
Juris Doctor (JD) and Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Linguistics
This joint degree program allows you to obtain a JD and an MA in four years instead of five. Participate in internships and coursework that specifically link legal and forensic linguistics training. Learn More about the Juris Doctor (JD) and Master of Arts (MA) in Forensic Linguistics.
Apply to the MA in Forensic Linguistics program at any time with our rolling admissions policy.
The MA in Forensic Linguistics is awarded to students who successfully complete 36 semester hours.
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