Language Proficiency Requirements

If the language of instruction for your chosen program will be something other than English, your study abroad application may require an evaluation of your language skills (either through an online evaluation resource, or by asking a faculty member to complete an evaluation for you.)

Note for Heritage Speakers  

Many students who speak the target language at home with family here in California will find no difficulty in adjusting to using the language daily while abroad.  However, studying at a university in another language also requires strong reading and writing skills.  Even heritage speakers may benefit from enrolling in an upper division language course to prepare for reading/writing in a classroom setting prior to going abroad.

Placement Exams/Enrolling in Language Classes at CSUEB

If you have some experience with the language but haven’t begun formal university-level coursework, you may wish to enroll in a language class before going abroad.  Students are encouraged to review the guidance provided by CSUEB’s Department of Modern Languages and Literatures before enrolling in coursework.

CSU Online

If by chance CSUEB is not offering the proper level language course that you are looking for, you can see if another CSU is offering the course online through https://csufullyonline.com.