Students can earn points for either a foreign language major/minor OR through foreign language coursework. OR students may also earn points if they are already proficient in another language by submitting documentation. (4 points max.)

• 4 points – Any foreign language major/minor.
  • List of Approved Global and Language Majors and Minors

• 1 or 2 points – Successful completion of two intermediate language classes with at least a “B” or two advanced classes with at least a “C”. 
  • List of Approved Courses

Students who are already fluent in another language
Students can earn two points with proof of proficiency either by: 

1. Taking a placement exam and submitting the placement exam score. Students can register for a placement exam by visiting the Testing Services website. 
2. Meeting with a UH faculty member who is able to verify proficiency and then submit an email or letter confirming the student's language proficiency to UH Global.