Linguistics Society of America Summer Institute: July 7-August 8, 2024 at the University of Oregon in Eugene, OR

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration

When will registration open? February 10, 2025.

What is the deadline to register for the Institute?

Registration Rate Pricing Deadlines and Final Deadlines

  • June 15, 2025: Regular rate pricing deadline: Session 1, Both Sessions and Session 2
  • June 16, 2025: Late rate * pricing starts for Session 1, Both Sessions and Session 2
  • July 2, 2025: Final deadline to register for Session 1 or Both Sessions
  • July 20, 2025: Final deadline to register for Session 2

* A 20% additional fee will be added the Institute registration fee for the late registrations starting June 16, 2025.

Visit the Registration page for full details.

Can I apply for fellowships without registering? Yes; in fact you should do so.

Who can register to attend the LSA Linguistics Summer Institute? The Institute is open to everyone, however workshops will presuppose some foundational knowledge in linguistics. We encourage advanced linguistics undergraduates and graduate students to attend as well as professors and non-academic linguistics professionals. Participants must be 18 or older.

Do I have to be an LSA member to attend the Institute? No, you do not need to be an LSA member to attend, but you do need to be a member to apply for a fellowship.

How much does registration cost? The cost of tuition will be approximately $1600 for 2.5 weeks and $2500 for 5 weeks. Housing and meals are at an additional cost.

How do I register for housing and meals? You can register for housing and meals at the time of registering for the Institute through the same system.

Do I have to pay during registration? Yes, you have to pay when you register; unless you have received a fellowship. Students who have received fellowships will receive single-use codes to register for free.

What if I’m an international student? If you are an international student, you might need a VISA to travel to the U.S. and attend the Institute. Read more about what VISA you should apply for on this page.

What if my plans change and I can no longer attend the Institute after I have paid? In the event of an emergency, cancellation requests will only be considered on a case-by-case basis and are not guaranteed. A written request must be submitted to no later than June 28, 2025 for consideration. Cancellation of participation to the 2025 Linguistic Summer Institute, and any associated refund of payments, are granted at the sole discretion of the 2025 Linguistic Summer Institute.

What is the difference between registering as a student and registering as a non-student? The only difference is the price of tuition.

What is the deadline for registering for housing? The deadline for registering for housing is June 15, 2025.

How do I become an LSA member or renew my membership? You can join the LSA or renew your LSA membership on the LSA’s website: https://www.linguisticsociety.org/join.

Workshops

When are workshops held? The workshops will take place in either the first half-session, July 7 — 22, the second half-session, July 24 — August 8, or both Sessions, July 7 — August 8. Each class will meet for 80 minutes twice a week, either on Monday & Thursday or on Tuesday & Friday. Wednesdays will host tutorials, events and round tables. Weekends will host co-located conferences.

How many workshops should I take? It is possible to register for one workshop per time slot (approx. 8 workshops per session). However, we recommend registering for no more than four (4) workshops per Session to allow time to complete homework and take advantage of other activities during the Institute.

Can I earn credits and transfer them to my home institution? The LSA Institute does not offer college credit. However, the LSA provides an official record of LSA credits at the end of the Institute, listing the workshops you completed. Your home institution may or may not have a policy to recognize these credits.

What does it mean if a workshop is listed as taking place in Both Sessions? Workshops listed as taking place in both sessions are 5-week workshops that will meet for the duration of the Institute (at least 10 meetings). This is as opposed to workshops listed as either Session 1 or Session 2, which will meet for 2.5 weeks (5 meetings) only.

Accommodations

See Accommodations and Meals for more details. The registration and housing purchase will open on February 10, 2025.

What accommodation is available?
Single and double dormitory rooms with shared bathrooms are available within a short walk from the event venue. While the specific dorm location is being finalized, it will be similar in location and design to this one: https://housing.uoregon.edu/earl.

What meal plans are available?
The meal plan included in the Room and Board package offers three all-you-care-to-eat meals a day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) at an on-campus summer dining venue. Attendees may also choose a Room-only option and purchase individual meals à la carte.

See Accommodations and Meals for more details.

Workshop Materials and Canvas

Where are the workshop materials? All workshop materials are available on Canvas. You will need to register for a workshop to access the materials for the workshop on Canvas

Who has access to the workshop materials for a workshop? During the Institute, those who have registered for it. After the Institute, some workshop materials will be freely available on OSF.

Are there options to attend the Institute remotely? No. The Institute is an in-person event.

Co-located conferences and Wednesday Events

Do I need to register to attend a Co-located conference or Wednesday event? Yes, please register for Co-located Conferences. Some of the Wednesday Events also require registration. The organizers of these events want to determine the number of people attending and therefore the needs for rooms and/or catering.

Where do I register for a Co-located conference or Wednesday event? Please contact the organizers listed on the Co-Located Conferences or Wednesday Events pages, unless contact information is already provided there.

Do I have to pay to attend a conference or event? No. Co-located conferences and events are included in your registration fee as an Institute student. However, you will still need to register so that organizers can estimate how many people are coming to an event and what the room needs are.

Who do I contact about a Co-Located conference or Wednesday Event? The organizers of that event. The Institute staff may not have all the details.

Excursions

See Excursions to see what excursions are available and for more details.

Merchandise

Information coming soon