Dr. Hannah Sande

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hannah Sande is an Associate Professor of Linguistics at the University of California, Berkeley. Her research primarily focuses on documentary linguistic work and contributes to linguistic theory. She investigates phonological processes and the interfaces between phonology, syntax, and morphology. Her research prominently features Kru languages, particularly Guébie from Côte d’Ivoire, and encompasses a wide range of languages including Atchan Ga from Ghana, Lobi from Côte d’Ivoire, Nouchi (an urban youth language from Côte d'Ivoire), Dafing from Burkina Faso, Amharic from Ethiopia, Nobiin from Sudan, and Moro from Sudan. Sande also manages Twisted Tongues, a database management tool designed for fieldworkers.

Research Interests

Documentary Linguistics Phonology Syntax Morphology Kru Languages Guébie Atchan Ga Lobi Nouchi Dafing Amharic Nobiin Moro

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.