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University of Colorado Boulder | MS in Computational Linguistics (CLASIC)

  • Boulder


About This Program

This interdisciplinary degree provides a foundation in computer science and linguistics for natural language processing careers. It prepares students for roles in machine translation and virtual agents.

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What You'll Learn
  • Develop computational models for natural language understanding and generation.
  • Analyze linguistic data using statistical and machine learning techniques.
  • Build and evaluate systems for tasks like parsing, translation, and semantic analysis.
  • Apply corpus methods to study language structure and variation.
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Typical Curriculum Structure
The MS in Computational Linguistics (CLASIC) is a two-year graduate program at the University of Colorado Boulder focused on natural language processing, machine learning applications to language, and computational models of linguistic structure.
Typical Course Topics
1. Natural Language Processing 2. Corpus Linguistics 3. Computational Semantics 4. Machine Translation 5. Syntax and Parsing 6. Language Modeling and Statistical Methods
Program Specializations:
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Computational Linguistics / NLP
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Typical Admissions Requirements
A bachelor's degree in linguistics, computer science, or a related field with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with programming experience and coursework in linguistics or machine learning.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

• Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

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Estimated Industry Salary
Computational Linguist: $120,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
21%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. NLP Engineer 2. Computational Linguist 3. Machine Learning Researcher 4. AI Language Specialist
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include tech companies like Google, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft, as well as research institutions and AI startups.
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Program Details
Duration
  • 2 Year
Tuition
$ 27,930
Format
On-Campus
Specializations
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Computational Linguistics / NLP
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