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Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics

University at Albany - State University of New York

USA,New York

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 34,410/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1844

Total Students: 17,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1400 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12222, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics

Program Overview

Gain insight into how we interact with others through the study of linguistics. You will develop essential problem-solving, critical-thinking and clarity-of-expression skills by understanding the intricacies of language structure and use.

Foundational groundwork that focuses on the history, structure, function and evolution of language will prepare you for careers in areas like public relations, education, machine learning, speech pathology, translation, technical writing, publishing and foreign services with a bachelor’s in linguistics from the University at Albany.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

14 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 34,410 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in University at Albany - State University of New York

CAD 16,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 70
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 95.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 85.00 %

Additional Information

Career Paths
The bachelor’s in linguistics program at the University at Albany gives you the experience you need to confidently succeed in fields that require analytical, communication and research skills like technology, academia, publishing and government.

Potential job titles include:

Speech and language therapist
Teaching English as a second language
Translator
Copy editor
Technical writer
Lexicographer
Foreign language teacher
Artificial Intelligence computational linguists

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany	Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany Criteria: Awarded to incoming international students based on academic achievement and other qualifications as determined by the admissions committee; renewable with a GPA of 2.5 or higher and full-time enrollment while paying out-of-state tuition LINK: https://www.albany.edu/international-admissions/apply-international-undergraduate-student#scholarships	Global Excellence Scholarships – University at Albany Amount: Up to $20,500 per year for first-year applicants (maximum $82,000 over four years); up to $9,500 for select transfer students PG Up to 5,000 USD

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.