MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh

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Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences

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MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at
University of Pittsburgh
Overview

MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics at University of Pittsburgh is a popular program among Indian students. For admission to this course, which has 5 to 6 years, an Indian student needs to be eligible and submit documents. The documents to be submitted are academic qualifications, standardised text and language test score, resume and others. English language tests accepted by the university such as IELTS, TOEFL and Duolingo. The first-year tuition fee for this course at the time of admission is USD 39,898 (INR 3,829,809). Also, there is regular spending on food, travel, staying, books, supplies and others.

Duration	5 - 6 years
Tuition & Fees	₹37.86 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics

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MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at
University of Pittsburgh
Fees

When planning for the MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics, applicants should consider the financial aspects involved. Every student must pay the first-year tuition fee of USD 39,898 (INR 3,829,809). Additionally, it is also important to account for living expenses such as accommodation, food, and utility costs. Such expenses may vary according to living styles and other fees added by the University of Pittsburgh. To know about the complete breakdown of the University of Pittsburgh MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics fee structure and all other cost-element-wise expenditures for an elaborate cost overview, please check the table below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 37,85,943

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 USD = INR 94.89056 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 26ᵗʰ August 2026

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MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at
University of Pittsburgh
Entry Requirements

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CGPA - 3/4
Applicants should have completed a bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university

Applicant must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA from an accredited 4-year institution

Applicants with undergraduate majors in anthropology, modern languages, English, psychology, and sociology might be interested in a linguistics graduate degree.
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TOEFL

Marks - 90/120
with a minimum score of 22 in each section

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IELTS

Marks - 7/9
with a minimum score of 6.5 in each section

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Marks - 110/160
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MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at
University of Pittsburgh
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#79	Arts and Humanities THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#151	Politics QS, 2026
#48	Sociology ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at
University of Pittsburgh
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2021)
Internship Available	Yes

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University of Pittsburgh
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

50% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Easy going

Friendly

Fun loving

Internships4

Part time work3.8

Post study jobs3.8

Quality of faculty4.3

Student Life4.3

Value for money3.8

Public transportation5

Safety4.8

Indian Food3.5

Permanent Immigration3.3

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MS in Neuroscience - Batch of 2027

4.8

Great university, helpful faculty and diverse campus.

Tips: My programme is more research-focused than just classes. I transitioned from another US university so the cultural shift was minimal. The program provides a guaranteed monthly stipend and full tuition. The annual stipend is 40,000 dollars. Pittsburgh is a small city, so the diversity in people is lacking and there are fewer things to do. But there are plenty of opportunities to do outdoor activities. I have not had any issues with safety in Pittsburgh. Public transportation is available late into the night. People are respectful. Even though fewer people are out on the street at night, I have felt walking around. Shops and restaurants are usually close by 9 pm so there is not much to do at night. Overall, I am pretty satisfied with the education.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The political environment is currently unstable under the 2025 Trump administration. This is making immigration options uncertain. Additionally, from having conversations with other international students who have undergone the immigration process, I've realized that the process is long and expensive, but turns out successful if you have done your research and have provided a good portfolio of your work. I would permanently immigrate given the option.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2500

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 85000

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025Read more

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Master of International Development - Batch of 2026

3.6

It is a good college with lots of opportunities to excel

Tips: Check for STEM courses, and apply early for scholarships. Check with seniors who are studying there regarding job sector post-studies. Connect with alumni. There are a lot of cultural socks for students as the culture is quite different from that in India. But you get used to it.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1000

Prepping time for classes14 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 28 Mar 2024Read more

sharika

Master of Science in Information Science - Batch of 2024

4.0

Best research oriented University

Tips: My scholarship is in the process so I might get it and students coming here can also try to get one. University is quite good, the management is really helpful and there are a lot of job opportunities through various on-campus job events. I'm satisfied with the University as it gives me a good study environment.

Likes (Public transportation): PITT students can travel anywhere with the ID card and get many offers included in restaurants. Public transportation is good. The campus is in the centre of the city close to downtown. A lot of tourist attractions nearby the campus itself. You can travel anywhere by bus around the city. Only fewer places need a cab facility.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): I would not like to permanently settle in this state but I would want to move to a different one. A good salary with a decent car would be perfect to stay in any place in the United States as it's quite expensive. I couldn't adapt to the food easily it takes time. But overall a good place.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 1151

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD 80537

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2023Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Science in Data Science - Batch of 2021

3.7

Great Experience at Pitt, Friendly, Safe, Fun

Tips: The campus and environment are very friendly and safe. You can walk to anywhere on campus, and there are plenty of food and drink options. There are some small markets for groceries. Overall I had a great experience. I did receive some merit scholarships based on grades, and teachers are very approachable and knowledgeable.

Likes (Public transportation): I gave public transit a top rating because, as a Pitt student, you can basically get anywhere you need to go for free. Your Panther Card acts as an unlimited pass for the PRT buses, so you can easily hop on a bus right on Forbes or Fifth Avenue and head into downtown, Shadyside, or Squirrel Hill without spending a dime. If you need to head out of town or catch a flight, the 28X bus picks up right near campus and takes you straight to Pittsburgh International Airport. On top of the city buses, the university runs its own free shuttle system, which is an absolute lifesaver if you are trying to get from Lower Campus up to the top of Cardiac Hill to hit the Pete or the dorms up there. That being said, Oakland is still incredibly walkable and safe. If you aren't in a massive rush, walking is usually the best way to get around since everything on campus is super close together, but having those free transit options in your back pocket makes life incredibly easy.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There aren't too many Indian/Nepali restaurant options right on campus, but there are places within a 30-minute bus ride away. The price of food is not bad, but I also prefer to cook myself. I drove over to some grocery stores when I lived off campus, but there are only small market shops on campus, and those are expensive.

Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2800

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryUSD

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026Read more

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MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics
at
University of Pittsburgh
Highlights

MA/PhD in Sociolinguistics is offered by Kenneth P. Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences under University of Pittsburgh, USA.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 5-6 Years.
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