Language Requirements- Exceptions

Applying to College
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<p>Hypothetically speaking, if a student reached a certain level of language and would be able to finish the language sequence at his or her high school by, say, sophomore year (ex: reaching AP French or AP Spanish as a sophomore), would a college's language preferences criteria still apply? In other words, if a college preferred that a student have 3-4 for years in a certain language, would this student who maxed out of the high school language options lose chances of admission at a school with this preference? After completing the highest level of the language, the student would not take language junior or senior year, so technically, he or she would not have taken 3-4 years of language in high school. What do you think colleges would think of this?</p>

<p>Thanks. :)</p>

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<p>It depends on the college – some do want 3-4 years of foreign language. Ask your guidance counselor. </p>

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<p>In general, if you’ve maxed out on your offerings and/or have reached the AP level, you’re covered. However, you might want to check your prospective colleges’ websites to double check.</p>

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<p>This is an FAQ. Unfortunately, many colleges do not clarify what their wants are, although highest level completed is usually more meaningful than number of years. Policies may differ at different colleges, so if you are not sure, ask each college directly what it means.</p>