LOqUS
Linguistics Olympiad by qUALMS at State
February 7th, 2026 • Wells Hall, Michigan State University
About LOqUS
LOqUS is an in-person linguistics olympiad featuring two tracks: High School and Undergraduate. Participants will compete in both group and individual exams, testing their knowledge across various linguistic topics including phonology, morphology, syntax, and more.
Competition Format
Group Exam
8 hand-written questions to be solved in teams of 2 people
- Phonology (2 questions)
- Morphology (2 questions)
- Syntax (2 questions)
- Extra/Rotating Topic (2 questions)
Individual Exam
Multiple choice questions to be solved individually
- High School: 45 MCQ
- Undergraduate: 60 MCQ
- Same time limit for both categories
- Questions cover all topics
Competition Day Schedule
Topics Covered
Core Topics (Every Year)
Rotating Topics
Registration & Fees
Registration fee: $20.00
MSU students have the registration fee waived. Registration includes lunch, snacks, and drinks.
Location
Wells Hall, Michigan State University
Rooms will be assigned based on registration numbers. Final room assignments will be sent to registered participants via email.
Important Dates
Questions?
For questions about LOqUS, registration, or sponsorship opportunities, please contact:
Eckert Roda, Guilherme - Event Coordinator