Dr. Jonathan Macdonald

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jonathan E. MacDonald is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at Illinois University. He specializes in Syntactic Theory, Comparative Syntax, and Romance Linguistics, with a focus on Inner Aspect. He earned his Ph.D. from Stony Brook University in 2006. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he serves as the Director of Graduate Studies. MacDonald is known for his commitment to advancing research in the field of linguistics and has been actively involved in various academic activities related to his areas of expertise.

Research Interests

Syntactic Theory Comparative Syntax Romance Linguistics Inner Aspect

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
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Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.