About this Program

The linked B.A. in English and M.A. in Applied Linguistics makes it possible for exceptional students to count up to 12 hours of graduate courses toward both an undergraduate and graduate degree.

Program Highlights

  • Reduces students’ graduate course requirements by allowing them to count up to 12 hours of qualifying coursework, taken at a graduate level, toward both an undergraduate and graduate degree (see Catalog for restrictions)
  • Students get an early start on their graduate studies in applied linguistics with a specific career in mind
  • Students explore their linguistic interests and passions and solidify their career paths as they explore various career opportunities
AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Linked
Degree Earned
Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's of Art Program
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from ODU's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Speech-Language Pathologists

$79,770 Median Salary

Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems.

Interpreters and Translators

$51,790 Median Salary

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

$77,660 Median Salary

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Adult Basic and Secondary Education and Literacy Teachers and Instructors

$56,800 Median Salary

Teach or instruct out-of-school youths and adults in remedial education classes, preparatory classes for the General Educational Development test, literacy, or English as a Second Language. Teaching may or may not take place in a traditional educational institution.

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for English (B.A.) and Applied Linguistics (M.A.) at ODU?
Students entering the Accelerated Bachelor's/Master's of Art Program program in English (B.A.) and Applied Linguistics (M.A.) should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.

Transfer

At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...

Cost

Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.

Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit $250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $408
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $439
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,109

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.

Dual Course Credit

The linked bachelor’s–to–master’s program can save students the cost and study time of completing their graduate degree by getting dual course credit for both undergraduate and master's degree.

Contact

Graduate Program Director

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