SECOND LANGUAGE PLACEMENT TESTING

French, German, & Spanish
The French, German, and Spanish placement tests are un-timed computer adaptive tests that are designed to help a student to determine readiness for 1st or 2nd year language study. These tests on average take 30 min. or less.

Japanese
Students with previous background in Japanese, as well as those wishing to register above JPN 101, are required to take the Japanese placement test. The test is un-timed and consists of a listening section and reading, grammar, vocabulary and writing section. In addition to the listening and written test, an oral interview with the Japanese program faculty is required. Students will need to contact the Dept. of East Asian Lang. & Lit., 541-346-4034 to set up an appointment for an oral interview.

Chinese
Students with prior background in Mandarin Chinese, either as native speakers or through prior course work, are required to take a placement exam before enrolling for any Chinese classes. The Chinese placement test is a 3-part 55 min. multiple choice test consisting of a listening, grammar, and reading comprehension section. In addition to the listening and written test, an oral interview with the Chinese program faculty is required. Students will need to contact the Dept. of East Asian Lang. & Lit., 541-346-4034 to set up an appointment for an oral interview.

Students with questions about placement into other languages should contact the appropriate department.