There is a wealth of resources available to those interested in learning more about linguistics. The range of opportunities for studying linguistics is almost limitless.

Informal Learning

For those interested in learning more about the fascinating work linguists are doing, we recommend:

• Videos hosted on our YouTube channel;
• Recordings of our Public Lecture Series;
• FAQ pamphlets and related explanatory articles on various sub-fields of linguistics;
• Following LSA on social media (Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn);
• Resources for journalists;
• Blogs and podcasts, including Subtitle, Lingthusiasm and the LingSpace.

High School Courses and Extracurriculars

There are increasing opportunities for high school students and teachers to learn more about linguistics and include it in their classrooms. 

For students, we recommend:

• the North American Computational Linguistics Open Competition;
• Free membership for K-12 students;
• Complimentary registration at our Annual Meeting;
• Student Internships;
• Directory of Programs to help college applicants identify colleges and universities that offer an undergraduate linguistics major.

For teachers, we recommend:

• Our two committees on Advanced Placement Linguistics and Language in the School Curriculum;
• Free membership for K-12 teachers;
• Complimentary registration at our Annual Meeting;
• High School Teachers Incorporating Linguistics Facebook group.

Majoring in Linguistics

For undergraduates, we recommend:

• Why Major in Linguistics briefly outlines the kinds of careers you might pursue with an undergraduate degree;
• Why Study Linguistics (available for purchase) goes into much greater depth about the full range of professional options and opportunities available to those who take courses in linguistics at any level;
• The Linguistics Beyond Academia Special Interest Group, and the Career Linguist website for those interested in entering the workforce immediately after obtaining the baccalaureate degree.

And many of the resources listed in the next section may also be of interest to those majoring in linguistics.

Graduate Studies

For those interested in pursuing a graduate degree in linguistics, we recommend:

• Finding the right program webinar and FAQ on applying to graduate school
• Our searchable Directory of Programs to help applicants identify colleges and universities that offer specializations in specific sub-fields of linguistics;

For those already enrolled in a graduate program, we recommend:

• Special events and sessions for students at our Annual Meetings; 
• Courses and workshops attended by hundreds of students every other year at CoLang and the Linguistic Institutes; 
• Webinars on topics of special interest to students;
• Getting involved in the Committee on Student Issues and Concerns (COSIAC);
• A selection of online resources and member benefits designed with students in mind;
• Surviving Linguistics: A Guide for Graduate Students;
• Our mentoring programs, which can connect you with linguists involved in a range of career sectors and subfield specialities.

Lifelong Learning

For those who have already completed courses or earned a degree in linguistics, we recommend:

• Participating in sessions at our Annual Meetings;
• Taking courses and workshops at CoLang and our Linguistic Institutes;
• Viewing our webinars with linguists translating their research findings for a general audience;
• Participating in online courses, including Coursera and Great Courses;
• Attend virtual conferences and other opportunities for remote learning;
• Reading our peer-reviewed journals featuring the latest research.