Complete this online form to document foreign language proficiency for the master of arts or doctoral degrees. Language requirements are set by individual programs and/or committees. Please talk to your program if you have questions.
Foreign Language Requirement Form
For master’s students, the requirement can be met by one of the following:
- Passed placement exam given by Depart of Foreign Languages and Literature at OSU demonstrating language proficiency equivalent to that attained at the end of a second‐year university course with a grade of C or better.
- Completed second year university level sequence language with an average grade of C or better.
- Passed the Foreign Language Achievement Test through Brigham Young University.
- Completed the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma or U.S. baccalaureate degree where this language was the medium of instruction.
For doctoral students, the requirement can be met by one of the following:
- Passed reading test at Oregon State University. Examiner confirmation is required.
- Completed requirements to satisfaction of PhD committee by taking coursework at another university.
- Passed the Foreign Language Achievement Test through Brigham Young University.
- Completed the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma or U.S. baccalaureate degree where this language was the medium of instruction.