Dr. Arto Anttila

Associate Professor

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Biography

Arto Anttila is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Stanford University. He has held various academic positions, including Research Associate at the Academy of Finland and Assistant Professorships at Boston University and New York University. His research focuses on phonology, morphology, and language variation, with an interest in how these areas interact and contribute to our understanding of language. Anttila's academic journey began with a Master’s degree in General Linguistics from the University of Helsinki, followed by a Ph.D. from Stanford University. He has been recognized as a Hellman Faculty Scholar and has served on editorial boards for several linguistic journals, demonstrating his active engagement in the academic community. Additionally, he has experience teaching a range of courses in linguistics, showcasing his commitment to education and mentoring students. Outside of his teaching duties, he contributes to various professional organizations and is actively involved in research initiatives that further the study of linguistic theory.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and researching in the field of linguistics.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Department of Linguistics, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Engaged in teaching and research within the linguistics department.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Department of Linguistics, New York University • New York, NY

Taught various linguistics courses and conducted research.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Department of Modern Foreign Languages and Literatures, Boston University • Boston, MA

Involved in teaching foreign languages and literatures.

Research Associate

— Present

Academy Finland • Finland

Conducted research in linguistics as part of a national project.

Awards

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Postdoctoral Fellow

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Hellman Faculty Scholar

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Internal Faculty Fellow

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International Scholar

Courses

LINGUIST 210A LINGUIST 210L LINGUIST 397 LINGUIST 398 LINGUIST 399 LINGUIST 198 LINGUIST 199 LINGUIST 390 SYMSYS 290 LINGUIST 396

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.