Foreign Languages, Translation, and Interpreting

PROFICIENCY TESTING

Proficiency testing is available for people wishing to measure their knowledge of a foreign language. The results of the test, which are transcripted by NYU, may be used by universities to grant academic credit or award advanced placement. They may also be used for professional purposes, such as teaching certification, or to establish linguistic competence for business objectives. Tests are given by appointment. The test may also be administered at off-site locations in the U.S. or abroad.

Exam fees for 2008-2009 (effective September 1, 2008) are $300 for 12-point (two-hour) exams; $400 for 16-point (three-hour) exams; and $120 for 4-point (one-hour) exams. There is an additional registration fee of $20. The maximum $20 registration fee is payable only once each semester, no matter how many times you add courses. Your exam and registration fees are due on the day of the exam. Refunds for exams are only issued before the end of the semester in which the test was requested. Registration fees are nonrefundable. All payments must be made by credit card or money order in U.S. currency only. The exam fee covers one official letter sent to a designated institution and one copy for the student's records. Additional letters may be requested for $15 per language exam. Results are valid for 5 years following the date of the exam.

For further information, to make an appointment, or to request a brochure, please call (212) 998-7030. We offer exams in the following languages: