Proficiency Exam

If you are proficient in a language other than English,you might be able to "test out" of the language requirement for a fee. Pleasespeak with your academic advisor about the possibility of taking a proficiency assessmentfor your language; this option will depend on your major and college. If you are ready to pursue a proficiency exam, your options are as follows.

Note that taking a proficiency exam does not grant course credits toward your degree.

Step 1

Confirm if offers an assessment inyour preferred language.

  • If your language is not listed, contact altec@colorado.edu to schedule an alternative exam.
  • NOTE: if your major (such as International Affairs) requires you to demonstrate proficiency beyond the 3rd semester level, you will also need to emailaltec@colorado.edu to schedule an alternative exam.
  • The University of Colorado is committed to providing universal access to all of our classes and events. For disability accommodations (e.g., sign language interpreters, alternative formats) pleaseregister with Disability Servicesby first submitting anas soon as possible. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs.

Once you have confirmed BYU FLATS offers an assessment in your prefered language, .Under “Proctor Information” select “Autofill Proctor360 as my Proctor”. By doing this, you understand that the exam will be conducted remotely by a remote proctor.

The final piece of information needed in order to complete registration is where to send your results. This varies by college. Use the information provided below to complete your registration. If your college is not listed, please reach out to altec@colorado.edu for assistance.

College of Arts & Sciences

A&S Academic and Curricular Affairs
ascurriculum@colorado.edu

College of Engineering& Applied Science
Clg.of Engineering & Applied Science
CU-Boulder 422 UCB
Boulder, CO80309
engineeringdeansoffice@colorado.edu

Leeds School of Business​
Chrissy Renegar
Leeds School of Business
CU-Boulder 419 UCB
Boulder, CO 80309

303-492-5985

College of Communication, Media, Design and Information
John Tran
CMDI
CU-Boulder 314 UCB
Boulder CO 80309
john.tran@colorado.edu
303-492-4629