Language Placement Examination
Catalan
There is no placement examination for Catalan. Students with prior knowledge of Catalan (secondary school, living abroad, near-native or native speakers) should register in the most suitable level and consult Elsa Úbeda ([email protected]) regarding placement.
Portuguese
All students new to the Portuguese Language Program at Columbia are required to take the Department’s Placement Examination before registering for a course, or provide proof of exemption.
The Placement Examination in Portuguese consists of two parts: one written and one oral. The written part tests knowledge of grammar, reading comprehension, and writing composition. The written exam is followed by an interview that tests oral comprehension. It is offered in the fall and spring semesters at Casa Hispánica during the first week of classes (Fall 2025: Wednesday, August 27th at 4:30 p.m. and Tuesday, September 2nd at 6 p.m., both in 201 Casa Hispánica). Please make an appointment with João Nemi Neto ([email protected]) to take this exam.
Should you have any questions about your placement, please contact the Director of the Portuguese Language program, João Nemi Neto ([email protected]).