Do colleges require 4 years of foreign language?

In general, competitive colleges require at least two years of foreign language classes in high school. If you score a 4 or 5 on an AP language exam, most colleges will consider that evidence of adequate high school foreign language preparation (and you’re likely to get course credit in college).

How important is it to take 4 years of a foreign language?

Yes. However, most colleges require a minimum of two years of a foreign language to be considered for admission. Many colleges recommend at least three years of the same world language in high school for a student to be competitive in the admissions pool. Four years makes a student more attractive.

Do you need 4 years of foreign language for Harvard?

In general, competitive colleges require at least two years of foreign language classes in high school. As you’ll see below, Stanford would like to see three or more years, and Harvard urges applicants to take four years.

Should I take a foreign language in high school?

Bilinguals have better problem-solving skills, as well as improved memory, concentration, and mental flexibility. Students who pursue language studies also tend to score better on standardized tests and benefit from academic progress in other subjects.

Do colleges want 4 years of science?

Similar to high schools, most colleges require applicants to have taken two to three years of science. However, if you’re applying to a very selective college, be aware that many will require or highly recommend that you complete four years of science in high school.

Do you have to take 3 years of a foreign language?

Generally, no. When a college says that they want a minimum of three years of a high school foreign language, that means that they want to see depth in one language.

Is it okay to split a high school foreign language into two?

If a college requires three years of a foreign language, is it okay if that is split into two (or more) languages? Generally, no. When a college says that they want a minimum of three years of a high school foreign language, that means that they want to see depth in one language.

Do I need to take a foreign language to get into college?

Presently, 23 U.S. states do not require the two years of foreign language study that is required for admittance into many colleges. Therefore, an unfortunate number of high school students may mistakenly think that they do not need to take a language to get into their dream university—after all, their high school must know what it’s doing, right?

What is the equivalent of 2 years of foreign language in college?

A year (two semesters) of college foreign language would likely be the equivalent of two years of high school language, due to the faster pace in college courses. Have other college admissions questions?