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Modern Language Requirement (B.A. degree only)

Students who intend to graduate with the Bachelor of Arts degree will be required to demonstrate competence in a modern language. Such competence may be demonstrated in one of several ways: by successful completion of two years of high school course work in a modern language, by achieving a score of 3 or higher on the Advanced Placement test, by a satisfactory score as determined by the Modern Language Department on the CLEP examination, or by taking appropriate course work. Note that CLEP scores may be used only to meet the language requirement. Credit is not awarded in modern languages on the basis of CLEP scores. Students who are required to do course work must demonstrate modern language competence equivalent to a complete introductory sequence (101-102-103). Students with some modern language training should consult with the Modern Language Department about the course with which they should begin. Students with little or no previous work in the language will be required to complete the entire three-course introductory sequence. B.A. students who meet this requirement and wish to pursue further work in the language may elect the Modern Language Option of the Liberal Studies Program. While B.S. students are not required to demonstrate competency in a modern language, the Modern Language Option is available to them for language study at any level.

Modern Language Option Within the Liberal Studies Program

Students who wish to study a modern language, either for their own interest or for the requirements of their major field, may be able to substitute a three-course sequence in a modern language for two courses in two different domains except Scientific Inquiry. Interested students should contact an advisor for information concerning the regulations and procedures governing the exercise of the option. Courses will be applied in consultation with a School of Education advisor.

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