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Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures

Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Opportunities

Language Programs and Self-Placement Tests

Learn to speak, read, and write in other languages and also have hands-on experiences. Take an online placement test to know in which language level to start.

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Language Requirement and Grammar Help

Find out what is your language requirement and what are your options. Get free grammar help while taking language classes.

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Careers Using Language and Culture Skills

Take an Online Placement Exams to determine the appropriate Illinois State course level for you.

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Languages, Literatures, and Cultures students can apply for several scholarships based on their interests, many created by our generous alumni.

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Graduating Student Survey

If you're graduating, let us know what's next as you leave the nest. Complete the brief Graduating Student Survey.

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Students celebrate Bilingual Advocacy Week: Distinguished educator visiting Illinois State

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World Languages Week Celebrates Global Cultures with a Week of Events

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Franky D. González and Leticia M. Delgado visit campus for the opening of the School of Theatre, Dance, and Film’s production of Escobar’s Hippo

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