The RLL elementary language program is carefully designed to be taken in sequence in order to achieve an ideal learning environment for maximum comprehension. By taking a language course at another university, you risk returning ill-prepared for the next course in the U-M sequence. Other universities may use different methodologies and textbooks, and cover different material than the U-M equivalent course.

It is to your advantage to complete the language requirement at U-M, where consistency and continuity will provide a smoother learning experience. Therefore, once you have begun degree enrollment at U-M, LSA requires that you complete the sequence in residence, either on the U-M main campus or on a U-M study-abroad program designated to fit in the sequence.

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Students Transferring to U-M
If you haven't fulfilled the LSA Language Requirement when transferring to U-M from another college or university, you will need to take the Language Placement Test to ensure you are placed at a level appropriate to your ability.

Only your placement test score, and not language coursework completed at your previous school, will determine your placement within the U-M language sequence. You may receive credit for previous language coursework completed at another school, but the placement test will ensure that your abilities will match the level of instruction here at U-M.

Questions? Contact the Undergraduate Assistant.