Take the online self-placement/readiness test (see link in middle column) to ascertain the language level at which you will begin at ISU. Most students take 4 General Education classes and 1 language class per semester for their first year (unless students opt to take more than one language, in which case they would take 3 Gen Eds and 2 language classes per semester). Spring semester freshman year, meet with the LAN advisor to work out a 6 semester plan for your final 3 years at ISU.

For Students Who enter ISU As Transfer Students:

Additional information can also be found at: placement for new students.

Online Placement Tests

Course Catalogs

ISU Undergraduate Catalog - Quick access to the undergraduate catalog. Every major is listed, and if you click on a major, you will be directed to that specific area in the undergraduate catalog.

Past Catalogs - Quick access to Undergraduate and Graduate catalogs from years before 2010-2012.

Careers in Foreign Languages

Read "What Can I Do With A Humanities Degree," by Bruce B. Janz.

You should make it a point now to seek advice on career planning from the career services on campus. Contact Suzy Baker-Bachman.

Teacher Education

All advising information for teacher education can be found in the Teacher Education Program section.

Contact Information

If you have questions or you need help, contact the Languages, Literatures, and Cultures advisor, Laura Edwards. There is an appointment sign-up sheet on the office door.

Email: foradvisor@ilstu.edu
Office: Stevenson Hall 231B
Phone: (309) 438-3279

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