French Language Placement


Is the Prerequisite Enforced?
Yes, except 1A or 1AB

What do I do if I have no background in the language?
Enroll in 1A or 1AB – no authorization required

How do I proceed if I have high school or heritage background?
Take the placement exam at the UCI Testing Center or contact Dr. Maryse Mijalski (mjmijals@uci.edu) to request an authorization code

I have an AP score
Request authorization from a counselor of the student's major
- will earn credit starting with 1C for score 3, or 2C for score 4 or 5

What if I have college-level coursework?
Request authorization from a counselor of the student's major