Dr. Arto Anttila

Associate Professor

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Biography

Arto Anttila is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Stanford University with an adjunct position at the University of Helsinki. His research focuses on various aspects of linguistics, including phonology, morphology, syntax, metrics, and language variation. Anttila has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications and presentations, examining phenomena such as probabilistic syllable structure and phrasal stress prediction in English. He has been actively involved in workshops and conferences, presenting his work on topics like metrical uncertainty and tonal morphological levels. His software contributions to linguistic research include tools for studying categorical probabilistic typologies and automatic metrical scansion in English and Finnish. Anttila's dedication to advancing the study of linguistics is reflected in his extensive work and leadership in the academic community.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-09-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Linguistics.

Adjunct Professor

2016-09-01 — Present

University of Helsinki • Helsinki, Finland

Teaching and conducting research in General Linguistics.

Awards

#1

Best Paper Award

2022-06-01

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
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  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

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