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Taking a calculus placement exam doesn’t mean that you have to take that class your first semester, but it does give you the option. Without it, you might not have the option. Remember, placement exams do not impact your GPA. They are simply used for placement.

You SHOULD take the exam if...

• You are considering taking any level of calculus this semester, and...
• You do not already have credit for calculus from PSEO, CIS, or transfer credit, and...
• You do not yet know your AP calculus score, or you know you scored 3 or lower.

You should NOT take the exam if...

• You already have credit for for Calculus I from PSEO, CIS, or transfer credit, or...
• You have already received a score of 4 or higher on one of the AP calculus exams, or...
• You are not considering taking any level of calculus this semester.

Taking a chemistry placement exam doesn’t mean that you have to take that class your first semester, but it does give you the option. Without it, you might not have the option. Remember, placement exams do not impact your GPA. They are simply used for placement.

You SHOULD take the exam if...

• You are considering taking any level of chemistry this semester.

You should NOT take the exam if...

• You are not considering taking any level of chemistry this semester, or...
• You already have credit for the equivalent of General Chemistry from PSEO, CIS, transfer credit, or an AP chemistry score of 4 or higher

Learning a second language is a key piece of a well-rounded education in the reality of today’s global world. No matter what you choose to study, learning another language will open new possibilities for you in the future and will enhance your resumes in an increasingly competitive job market. Language study is central to the college experience in exploring how as individuals we relate to the rest of the planet. Deepening the study of another language opens your eyes to new realities and other ways to see the world. Whether you want to explore a new language, expand your knowledge of another language and cultural understanding of the world, or meet the minimum college requirements, the following table will guide you on how to start or continue your language studies at Â鶹ÊÓƵ.Ìý

Seven languages are offered at Â鶹ÊÓƵ: French, Greek, Japanese, Latin, Russian, Spanish and Swedish.

All languages offer majors and minors. Talk to an advisor in the language if you would like more information about how to major/minor.

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Important

• Language placement at Â鶹ÊÓƵ is based on your previous experience in that language. Students with previous language experience must adhere to placement guidelines on this page. If you have questions about your placement, please contact Prof. Carlos Mejía at (cmejia [at] gustavus.edu (mejia[at]gustavus[dot]edu)).
• If you have previous coursework in a non-English language, it is to your benefit to register for language courses as soon as possible in your first year year to avoid long gaps. We highly recommend you register in a language course your first semester at Â鶹ÊÓƵ. If you are unable to take a language course in the Fall, make sure to add it to your Spring registration.

• No classroom experience in the language or 1 year or less - FRE 101 (Fall only)
• 2 years of classroom experience - FRE 102 (Spring only)
• 3 years of classroom experience - FRE 201 (Fall only)
• 4 years of classroom experience - FRE 202 (Spring only)
• More than 4 years of classroom experience - FRE 251 (Fall only) or
  FRE 252 (Spring only)
• More than 4 years of classroom experience with immersion - FRE 251 (Fall only) or
  FRE 252 (Spring only)
• Passed AP language exam (score of 4 or more) or IB (higher level exams) - FRE 251 (Fall only) or
  FRE 252 (Spring only)
• Took AP language class but did not pass the test (scored 3 or lower) or did not take the test - FRE 251 (Fall only) or
  FRE 252 (Spring only)
• Took AP Language and AP literature - Contact the French section faculty
• Native or Heritage speakers - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the French section.

Heritage speaker: “a person who has learned a language informally by being exposed to it at home as opposed to having learned it formally in a school setting. It may be their native tongue – the language they identify as being their primary language – but more often than not, their heritage language becomes secondary to English, the language in which they receive their formal education and is used the most in their daily life outside the home. A heritage speaker may speak the language easily and fluidly (what we call fluency) but may not have learned the language to its full functional capacity. (Language Testing International)

• No classroom experience in the language or 1 year or less - LAT 101 (Fall only)
  GRE 101 (Spring only)
• 2 years of classroom experience - LAT 102 (Fall only)
  GRE 102 (Fall only)
• 3 years of classroom experience - A 200 level Latin/Greek course (Fall or Spring)
• 4 years of classroom experience - A 300 level Latin/Greek course (Fall or Spring)
• More than 4 years of classroom experience - A 300 level Latin/Greek course (Fall or Spring)
• More than 4 years of classroom experience with immersion - A 300 level Latin/Greek course (Fall or Spring)
• Passed AP language exam (score of 4 or more) or IB (higher level exams) - A 300 level Latin/Greek course (Fall or Spring)
• Took AP language class but did not pass the test (scored 3 or lower) or did not take the test - A 300 level Latin/Greek course (Fall or Spring)
• Took AP Language and AP literature - Probably a 300 level Latin course (Fall or Spring), but speak to department chair
• Native or Heritage speakers - Not applicable

• No classroom experience in the language or 1 year or less - JPN 101 (Fall only)
  or talk with instructor to confirm
• 2 years of classroom experience - JPN 102 (Spring only)
• 3 years of classroom experience - JPN 201 (Fall only)
• 4 years of classroom experience - JPN 202 (Spring only)
• More than 4 years of classroom experience - Contact Japanese language faculty
• More than 4 years of classroom experience with immersion - Contact Japanese language faculty
• Passed AP language exam (score of 4 or more) or IB (higher level exams) - Contact Japanese language faculty
• Took AP language class but did not pass the test (scored 3 or lower) or did not take the test - Contact Japanese language faculty
• Took AP Language and AP literature - Contact Japanese language faculty
• Native or Heritage speakers* - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Japanese section.

Heritage speaker: “a person who has learned a language informally by being exposed to it at home as opposed to having learned it formally in a school setting. It may be their native tongue – the language they identify as being their primary language – but more often than not, their heritage language becomes secondary to English, the language in which they receive their formal education and is used the most in their daily life outside the home. A heritage speaker may speak the language easily and fluidly (what we call fluency) but may not have learned the language to its full functional capacity. (Language Testing International)

• No classroom experience in the language or 1 year or less - RUS 101 (Fall only)
• 2 years of classroom experience - RUS 101 (Fall only)
• 3 years of classroom experience - RUS 102 (Spring only)
• 4 years of classroom experience - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section
• More than 4 years of classroom experience - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section
• More than 4 years of classroom experience with immersion - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section
• Passed AP language exam (score of 4 or more) or IB (higher level exams) - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section
• Took AP language class but did not pass the test (scored 3 or lower) or did not take the test - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section
• Took AP Language and AP literature - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section
• Native or Heritage speakers* - Placement to be determined after conversation with faculty in the Russian section

Heritage speaker: “a person who has learned a language informally by being exposed to it at home as opposed to having learned it formally in a school setting. It may be their native tongue – the language they identify as being their primary language – but more often than not, their heritage language becomes secondary to English, the language in which they receive their formal education and is used the most in their daily life outside the home. A heritage speaker may speak the language easily and fluidly (what we call fluency) but may not have learned the language to its full functional capacity. (Language Testing International)

• No classroom experience in the language or 1 year or less - SPA 101
• 2 years of classroom experience - SPA 102
   The prerequisite for Spa 102 is to complete Spa 101 or two years of previous Spanish coursework. Students who have only completed Spanish 1 in high school cannot be in Spa 102. Students who have completed Spanish level 4 and 5 in high school may not register at the Spa 102 level as they are not considered beginners.
• 3 years of classroom experience - SPA 201
• 4 years of classroom experience - SPA 202
  If you completed Spanish level 5 or AP Language (did not pass test or did not do the test), you should take Spa 202. Please see below if completed the Spanish AP test.
• More than 4 years of classroom experience - Any 200-level course beyond SPA202
• More than 4 years of classroom experience with immersion - Any 200-level course beyond SPA202
• Passed AP language exam (score of 4 or more) or IB (higher level exams) - Any 200-level course beyond SPA202
• Took AP language class but did not pass the test (scored 3 or lower) or did not take the test - Any 200-level course beyond SPA202
• Took AP Language and AP literature - Any 200-level course beyond SPA202
• Native or Heritage speakers* - Any 200-level course beyond SPA202

Heritage speaker: “a person who has learned a language informally by being exposed to it at home as opposed to having learned it formally in a school setting. It may be their native tongue – the language they identify as being their primary language – but more often than not, their heritage language becomes secondary to English, the language in which they receive their formal education and is used the most in their daily life outside the home. A heritage speaker may speak the language easily and fluidly (what we call fluency) but may not have learned the language to its full functional capacity. (Language Testing International)

• No classroom experience in the language or 1 year or less - SWE 101 (Fall only)
• 2 years of classroom experience - Placement to be determined after consultation with faculty in the Dept. of Scandinavian Studies
• 3 years of classroom experience - Placement to be determined after consultation with faculty in the Dept. of Scandinavian Studies
• 4 years of classroom experience - Placement to be determined after consultation with faculty in the Dept. of Scandinavian Studies
• More than 4 years of classroom experience - Placement to be determined after consultation with faculty in the Dept. of Scandinavian Studies
• More than 4 years of classroom experience with immersion - Placement to be determined after consultation with faculty in the Dept. of Scandinavian Studies
• Passed AP language exam (score of 4 or more) or IB (higher level exams) - Not applicable
• Took AP language class but did not pass the test (scored 3 or lower) or did not take the test - Not applicable
• Took AP Language and AP literature  - Not applicable
• Native or Heritage speakers*

Heritage speaker: “a person who has learned a language informally by being exposed to it at home as opposed to having learned it formally in a school setting. It may be their native tongue – the language they identify as being their primary language – but more often than not, their heritage language becomes secondary to English, the language in which they receive their formal education and is used the most in their daily life outside the home. A heritage speaker may speak the language easily and fluidly (what we call fluency) but may not have learned the language to its full functional capacity. (Language Testing International)

Have you earned any college credit prior to coming to Â鶹ÊÓƵ?Ìý

If so, be sure to request that your official college transcript(s) and/or AP or IB test scores are sent directly to Â鶹ÊÓƵ from the institution(s) that granted the credit.Ìý

It is not enough to have these classes listed on your high school transcript. You must request for the official college transcript(s) and/or test scores to be sent directly to Â鶹ÊÓƵ.

Have transcripts sent to:

admission [at] gustavus.edu (admission[at]gustavus[dot]edu) or mailed to:

Â鶹ÊÓƵ Admission Office
800 W. College Ave
Saint Peter, MN, 56082

Sending transcripts and scores as soon as possible upon completion will help us identify if/how your credits will transfer to Â鶹ÊÓƵ.