Language Placement Tests

Note for all tests:

• This test is designed to place you into the appropriate level. Please do not use dictionaries, verb books or other materials for the test. The use of outside materials can result in incorrect placement.
• You may take the test for more than one language.
• Placement test Frequently Asked Questions

French, German and Spanish

This test is a multiple-choice, computer-adaptive test that will take 15-45 minutes depending on your knowledge of the language.  If you get disconnected or forget to print your placement results, simply return to the web site, reenter your name, ID and e-mail address exactly as you did before, and press "resume." This will take you back to the exam results or let you continue the exam.

To take the French, German or Spanish Placement Test:

1. Log on to the placement testing website.
2. Select "University of Denver (du)" and click "Go."
3. The password is "lang246."
4. At the end of the test, you will receive instructions regarding advising.  Read this section carefully. 
5. Print and keep a copy of your language placement score.
6. Your first score will be recorded and sent to the registrar. However, if you score a 0, retake the test, and your second score will be recorded.

Italian

This test includes listening comprehension, grammar, reading comprehension and writing. You must complete the test in one sitting and will have only one hour to complete it.

To take the Italian Placement Test:

Arabic, Chinese, Hebrew, Latin, Japanese and Russian

Placement exams for all other languages are taken during Discoveries Week.