Dept. of Romance Languages & Literatures

French & Spanish Placement Exam

romance languages & literatures

“Knowing more than one language enhances opportunities in government, business, law, medicine and health care, teaching, technology, the military, communications, industry, social service, and marketing.”
-Modern Language Association of America

 

 • THE PLACEMENT TEST IN FRENCH AND SPANISH

The placement test is designed to help you determine the most appropriate course level for the language you have studied.  The test usually takes about 30 minutes to complete: it consists of multiple choice questions and covers grammar, vocabulary, and reading comprehension. Once you have completed the test, you will be able to view your score and your suggested placement.

• THE LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

Taking the placement test does not fulfill the language requirement.  For information on the Language Requirement in A & S and CSOM, click here.

• TAKING THE TEST

The test is offered online and can be taken at any time. You will need your BC username and password. 

Enter here to take the test. The password is: eagles1

FOR FURTHER QUESTIONS:

  • There is no placement test in Italian, for questions about Italian placement, contact Prof. Brian O’Connor at oconnobc@bc.edu
  • For any questions about the test, please contact the Placement Test Coordinator, Professor Andrea Javel at javel@bc.edu
  • For advising on placement in: