Languages, Cultures, and Linguistics

Elementary Spanish Class

Foreign language competency

To receive a bachelor’s degree from Seattle Pacific University, you must demonstrate foreign language competency. Learn how to fulfill this requirement and take a placement test if necessary.

Visit the Time Schedule for the times of available language courses.

Placement tests

If you have already studied a foreign language but have not fulfilled the foreign language competency requirement, you should take the online placement test to determine your level. Note: A high score on the placement test does not fulfill the competency requirement.

Study abroad

Take off on a study abroad program

When you study overseas, you embark on a journey to gain personal, educational, and professional rewards.