Flexibility to learn from anywhere. All course and group work is entirely online, and you get individual attention from your professors so you can discuss material, ask questions or get help
Taking into account the needs of off-campus students, the online curriculum provides a variety of engaging delivery formats such as online lectures, collaborative sessions, discussion boards, dual-mode instruction and feedback in many forms
The University of Illinois Masters' degree provides rigorous academic training and a credential from one of the world's top-ranked research universities.
Translators and Interpreters use languages to build bridges between cultures, worlds, and people, and this is one reason professional translation and interpreting skills are in such great demand today. The UIUC Masters in Translation and Interpreting degree can provide you with the intellectual background and technical skills you need to be a successful translator or interpreter.
In addition to foundational courses in translation theory, professional practice, and technical skills, we offer coursework in three major areas:
Illinois online students benefit from a rigorous program taught by accomplished translators, interpreters and scholars of translation studies.
Translation and Interpreting Lecturer Kinda University; Osaka, Japan Graduated May 2015
"The online program for the Masters in Translation and Interpreting at UIUC provided me with an opportunity to go back to school while continuing to work. My children were very young at the time, so I was very happy to be able to find a program that provided a high-quality education remotely so that I could take classes from home. Being able to take classes remotely allowed me to complete the program in Japan without having to relocate to Illinois. I had already been working as a professional translator and interpreter in Japan, and the graduate degree allowed me to teach at the university level. “
Abdulmajeed Alajaji Lecturer, Saudi Electronic University Graduated May 2018
"Earning a Master’s degree in Translation and Interpreting from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign equipped me with the most essential skills to excel at my work as an instructor at the Saudi Electronic University, where I apply the knowledge and skills gained while studying at UIUC to help my students and improve their experience. The invaluable lessons and great moments of learning and growing during my time in Urbana-Champaign will always remain with me and affect how I learn and teach."
Sofia Ceron Graduate Student, Center for Translation Studies May 2020 Graduate
Paige Lewis In-House Translator at Silvergate Translations Expected Graduation May 2022
"Thanks to the MA in Translation and Interpreting at Illinois, I got to specialize more in my main interest (interpreting) and acquired the necessary knowledge and skills for starting my career with confidence. Time went by so fast because I really enjoyed the very friendly and collaborative atmosphere, as well as the academic and human quality of all the professors that are experts in their field. They left a great impact on me as a person and future interpreter."
"The University of Illinois online Master of Arts in Translation & Interpreting program has given me the freedom to work full time and travel while still in school. Many are concerned that online courses can be difficult due to a lack of personal connection, but the professors at CTS are always available for questions , they are invested in their students, and they are clearly passionate about their respective fields."