Dr. Line Mikkelsen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Line Mikkelsen is an Associate Professor in the Department of Linguistics at UC Berkeley, where she specializes in syntax, semantics, and morphology of natural languages. Mikkelsen's research interests extend to the intersections of linguistics and philosophy, where she engages with the philosophy of language. She is an active participant in the Bay Area Philosophy of Language Discussion Group. Mikkelsen is an accomplished author, notable for her work, "Copular Clauses: Specification, Predication Equation" published in 2005 by John Benjamins. She obtained her Ph.D. from the University of California, Santa Cruz.

Research Interests

Syntax Semantics Morphology Philosophy of Language

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.