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Are there foreign language requirements?

U.S. Department of State Careers - FAQs
Download the Study Guide, 2007 Guide to the Foreign Service Officer Selection Process, reading list and course lists.
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Do the foreign language requirements need to be completed prior to entering the Ph.D. program?

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The foreign language requirement can be satisfied in two ways. Students who have already completed 2 years of foreign language study before they begin the program can satisfy the Department's language requirement without further study. The relevant paperwork must be completed as soon as possible after starting the program. The foreign language requirements can also be completed while studying for the degree in the Department itself.
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Anthropology at Indiana University: Undergraduate Program FA...
Students pursuing a BA must complete the study of a single foreign language through the second semester of the second year of college-level course work - or four semesters. All or part of this requirement may be fulfilled by performance or placement examinations. There are over 35 languages taught at Indiana University and Anthropology Majors are encouraged to take advantage of the diverse languages offered.
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If you are earning a B.A. degree, you must complete three semesters of the same language. If you are earning a B.S. degree, you must complete two semesters of the same language.
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What are the foreign language requirements for the PhD?

Department of History::Graduate Program::Admissions FAQs
The Department requires a high pass (P+) on one or more written language examinations given by the Test Administration Office. Students must take a language examination during the first quarter of residence. Students who do not receive a high pass the first time should devote special attention to improving their skill, and are required to repeat the exam quarterly until a high pass is achieved.
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What about foreign language versions?

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There are versions of PageMaker which cover most European languages, being effectively the US version with translated menus and help files. PageMaker 7 is available in Brazilian Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, English, French Canadian, French, Finnish, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Spanish, Spanish-Latin American, Spanish-Mexican, Swedish.
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Do I need to take a foreign language to get into a University?

Salt Lake Community College
Going directly from high school to a university does require foreign language for most university admissions. However, if you are a "transfer student" with 30 or more college credits, you are no longer required to have a foreign language and your admissions is based on your college cumulative GPA and if required an essay, letters of recommendation and interview. Four year institutions would like you 'decided' when you arrive.
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Q22. What about speaking foreign language?

Kosmos Travel Log & 4. FAQ
A22. Lot of people speak English, but we are going to try our best to use local language. Thank goodness for language programs on computers these days. Also there are some nifty voice recognition translator devices that are becoming available.
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Do I need to take a foreign language?

Saint Xavier University - FAQs
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree are required to complete two foreign language or foreign culture classes (FL/FC) as part of the core, unless you are in the School for Continuing and Professional Studies. One other exception is if you have the Illinois Articulation Agreement, have earned an A.A. or A.S. from an Illinois Community College, the FL/FC is not required.
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Can I submit foreign language content?

Frequently Asked Questions - Associated Content
We do accept Spanish-language content. Please submit this content the same way you submit English-language content.
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Do I need to take a foreign language during high school to meet RIT/NTID admissions requirements?

RIT - NTID - Prospective Students - Admissions/Apply - Frequ...
Yes, students should request that a copy of their A.P. scores be sent to the NTID Office of Admissions. Depending on the grade of the AP exam, a student may be awarded college credit. If the AP exam is for a liberal arts course, a grade of 3, or higher will waive you out of one of your core courses. For technical AP's or courses related to the major, a 4 or 5 may be necessary to waive out of a course.
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What language requirements exist for local and foreign students?

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stated in the "Application" section of the School's website, all applicants whose mother tongue is not English and who have not completed an undergraduate or graduate degree from a recognized foreign institution where English is the language of instruction, or from a recognized Canadian institution (English or French), must submit documented proof of competency in oral and written English.
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Which programs have the highest foreign language proficiency requirements?

MIIS Graduate School of Language and Educational Linguistics
The MA programs in Teaching Foreign Language and all programs in the Graduate School of Translation and Interpretation require that students demonstrate a high proficiency (4th year +) in English and in one other language prior to admission.
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Is foreign language totally eliminated from job requirements?

Immigration Library: Labor Certification
No. Although as a general rule language other than English is considered unduly restrictive. An important exception applies, i.e. the business necessity exception, under which the language requirement will be acceptable if it is considered a business necessity.In general, language requirement is not allowed in RIR, if the position does not directly require language performance (such as Chinese teacher).
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Can I study a foreign language at Vesalius College?

Vesalius College - Study Abroad FAQ Inbound
Of course! Vesalius College offers instruction in French and Dutch. Since course level assignments are different for language courses in different countries, Vesalius College requires that any student wishing to register for a French or Dutch course that is not at the elementary level (no prior knowledge of the language) must take a written and oral language placement test during orientation week (week preceding the first week of classes).
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Do I have to speak a foreign language to study at Vesalius College?

Vesalius College - Study Abroad FAQ Inbound
No. The language of instruction for all courses offered by Vesalius College (except for the French Literature course) is English. Furthermore, although both French and Dutch are spoken in Brussels, English is spoken by the majority of its residents and is the de facto language used by most professional organizations. Studying in Brussels is, however, a prime opportunity for students to study French or Dutch and to become immersed in the language and Belgian culture.
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Do I have to speak a foreign language?

Amizade Frequently Asked Questions
Volunteers on our short-term (2-3 week programs) do not need foreign language skills. Those volunteers interested in participating on one of our long-term programs will have language classes provided as part of long term program fees. International participants, those residing outside of the U.S., are required to have English language skills.
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My foreign language characters are not working properly, what can I do?

PowerArchiver 2007 - Frequently Asked Questions
Go to "Options> Configuration> Miscellaneous" and toggle on/off the "Use OEM conversion for filenames" option.
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Advising Frequently Asked Questions: Undergraduate Programs ...
It is advisable to complete the foreign language requirement early in the program in order to avoid delay in progress toward graduation in the event that you have difficulty with the proficiency test. Guidelines for Foreign Language Placement are listed in the Academic Advising Guidelines (pdf) booklet. Back to Questions.
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UAF: Advising: FAQ: Academic Regulations
No, you are not required to take a foreign language as part of your core requirements. You do have the OPTION to take one full year of a language (101 & 102, 201 & 202 or 301 & 302 etc.) or 3 semesters of American Sign Language to replace TWO of the Perspectives on the Human Condition courses (see core worksheet). You can also use a language to meet humanities requirements for a BA degree (see below).
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UST Home Page
Most majors in the College of Arts & Sciences require that you successfully complete the intermediate level of a foreign language. Other majors may also require some foreign language Check the requirements for your degree program in the Undergraduate Catalog you received at DelaWorld or check on-line. Remember: most employers prefer to hire graduates with foreign language skills. Having a foreign language listed on your resume can make the difference in getting a job after graduation.
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How does the Library acquire foreign language materials and material from foreign countries?

Frequently Ask Questions: International Collections from the...
The Library acquires material primarily by purchase, gift and exchange. For more details contact the Acquisition Directorate.
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Q6: Should I start on the foreign language requirements prior to entering the program?

Department of History, University of California Berkeley | G...
The foreign language requirement for graduate students in history varies from one to four languages, depending on the field of history. One language must be fulfilled by the end of the second year and all required languages must be fulfilled before a student can advance to PhD candidacy (at the end of the 3rd or 4th year, depending on field). Each subfield (e.g.
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What are the filing requirements for out-of-state (foreign) businesses?

NJ Department of Community Affairs
There are two circumstances affecting foreign businesses. Foreign businesses are physically located outside of New Jersey, and include corporations, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, limited partnerships, and individuals. Under most circumstances, foreign business entities conducting business operations in New Jersey (i.e., have a state tax nexus) must also file certificates of authority to conduct business operations in the State of New Jersey.
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WVU :: ECAS :: FAQ
Only candidates for BA degrees in the Eberly College have a foreign language requirement. BA candidates are required to take four semesters of courses in a single language (e.g., Spanish 101, 102, 103, and 104). The College faculty feel strongly that foreign language study sharpens students' communication skills and fosters an attitude of open-mindedness.
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