Fast-Track a Language Minor

Up to 9 Credits Waived

Students with advanced or heritage-level proficiency may have up to 9 credits waived toward a language minor in Arabic, Chinese, Russian, Polish, or Spanish.

Students who already demonstrate strong proficiency in one of these languages鈥攖hrough placement or proficiency assessment鈥攎ay receive credit waivers for introductory and intermediate coursework. This allows them to complete the minor more efficiently, with fewer required courses.

Key benefits:

  • Up to 9 credits waived toward the minor
  • Waived credits are free (no tuition cost)
  • Accelerated path to completing a minor
  • More room in your schedule for additional majors, minors, or electives
  • Formal recognition of existing language proficiency

This fast-track option is ideal for bilingual, multilingual, and heritage-language students who want their language skills acknowledged while maximizing academic flexibility.

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