International Baccalaureate (IB) Program 2025
For New Students Enrolling in the 2025-2026 Academic Year
- To see IB Credit in your academic record, please run a new DARS report.
- As scores come in, they will be uploaded to the student's academic record and evaluated for course placement and possible academic credit.
- Credit policies get reviewed every year and may change.
For Currently Enrolled Students (Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors)Who Wish to Submit IB Scores Now
- Policies get reviewed every year and may change.
- The course placement and academic credit policies that were in effect when you first enrolled at Illinois are the ones that apply to you. Please check the archives for your academic year to see whether you will get any credit for your exam score.
Requesting IB Credit
Most IB test scores are received electronically from the International Baccalaureate Organization in mid-July, but we do accept them throughout the year. Any proficiency credit you earn is immediately posted to your academic record.
If you are expecting credit based on your scores on the IB Higher Level and/or Standard Level exams and you do not see it in your DARS report, you can contact us by phone (217) 244-4437 during business hours or by email pnp@illinois.edu to ask whether your test scores were received. Please provide us with your UIN.
Test results cannot be accepted from the student. If you did not originally request that the official transcript of your exam scores be sent to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, you will have to contact International Baccalaureate and pay a fee to have them sent. As soon as your official test score transcript is received, your test scores will be entered into your UIUC academic record.
By the Way..
Sometimes your IB test results will give you a higher course placement than your placement test results. If test results from your IB exam and your placement exam generate conflicting placement messages, you may follow the higher placement message. Please discuss your options with your academic advisor.
Illinois recognizes the value of the IB Diploma Programme. Nevertheless, you should be aware that there are times when it is in your best interest to decline the test-based credit and take the actual course that corresponds to the IB credit. The course might better prepare you for the rigors of the next course in the sequence or might be required by a future graduate school. Consult with your academic advisor, as this decision will often depend on your academic goals.
FAQ: Learn about the law that requires credit be awarded for IB scores of 4, 5, 6, and 7.
Cutoff Scores, Placement Messages, and Credit Policies for 2025-2026
The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is committed to supporting our incoming students and ensuring that they have a smooth transition to their higher education studies. The credit policies below apply to all students entering Illinois in Summer 2025, Fall 2025, or Spring 2026. Only scores resulting in credit are shown.
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For descriptions of the courses listed in the table below, please see the Courses of Instruction section in the Academic Catalog.
Course numbers listed as 1 - - or 2 - - are considered elective credit within the stated subject area. This is because our campus does not have an equivalent course that corresponds to the AP course. Students can apply elective credit towards their graduation requirements. Students should consult with their academic advisor to determine how this test-based credit may best be used to meet their specific curriculum and program requirements.
To view credit policies for any foreign language, scroll down to "Languages Other Than English."
Questions? Contact "Placement & Proficiency" staff by emailing pnp@illinois.edu or by calling 217-244-4437 during business hours.
Anthropology
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ANTH 1-- | 3 | Not Applicable | Placed into ANTH 103 or ANTH 230 |
| HL | 6, 7 | ANTH 230 | 3 | Cultural Studies-Non-Western; Social & Behavior Sciences-Social | Placed into ANTH 270 |
| SL | 4, 5 | ANTH 1-- | 3 | Not Applicable | Placed into ANTH 103 |
| SL | 6, 7 | ANTH 103 IB 104 | 3 4 | Not Applicable | Placed into ANTH 230 |
Art History (SBS)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5 | ARTH 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | ARTH 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Astronomy (SBS)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4 | ASTR 1-- | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 5 | ASTR 100 | 3 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | ASTR 121 and ASTR 122 | 6 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences; Quantitative Reasoning II | - |
Biology
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | IB 100 IB 104 | 3 4 | Natural Science & Technology-Life Sciences | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | IB 150 IB 151 MCB 150 MCB 151 | 4 1 4 1 | Natural Science & Technology-Life Sciences | Consult with your advisor to determine which biology course you should enroll in, as it will depend on your major and your educational goals. |
| SL | 4, 5 | IB 100 | 3 | Natural Science & Technology-Life Sciences | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | IB 100 IB 104 | 3 4 | Natural Science & Technology-Life Sciences | - |
Brazilian Social Studies (SBS)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PORT 404 | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Business Management
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | BADM 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | BADM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Chemistry
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | CHEM 1-- | 3 | Not Applicable | CHEM 101 or CHEM 102, depending on Chemistry Placement Test score |
| HL | 5 | CHEM 102 | 3 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences | CHEM 104, Consult with your advisor to determine which Chemistry course you should enroll in |
| HL | 6, 7 | CHEM 102 CHEM 104 | 3 3 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences | Consult with your advisor to determine which Chemistry course you should enroll in |
| SL | 4, 5 | CHEM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | CHEM 101 or CHEM 102, depending on Chemistry Placement Test score |
| SL | 6, 7 | CHEM 102 | 3 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences | CHEM 104, Consult with your advisor to determine which Chemistry course you should enroll in |
Classical Greek & Roman Studies (SBS)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | CLCV 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Any 100-level or 200-level CLCV course |
Classics - Greek
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | GRK 101 and GRK 102 | 8 | Language other than English: Levels 1 & 2 | GRK 201 |
| HL | 6, 7 | GRK 101, GRK 102, and GRK 201 | 12 | Language other than English: Levels 1, 2 & 3 | GRK 202 |
| SL | 4, 5 | GRK 1 - - | 4 | Not Applicable | GRK 101; Consult with the Classics Dept if you wish to register for a more advanced class. |
| SL | 6, 7 | GRK 101 and GRK 102 | 8 | Language other than English: Levels 1 & 2 | GRK 201 |
Classics - Latin
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | LAT 201 and LAT 202 | 8 | Language other than English: Levels 3 & 4 | LAT 401 or LAT 460 |
| HL | 6, 7 | LAT 201, LAT 202, and LAT 401 | 11 | Language other than English: Levels 3 & 4 | LAT 411, LAT 460, or LAT 491 |
| SL | 4, 5 | LAT 201 | 4 | Language other than English: Level 3 | LAT 202 |
| SL | 6, 7 | LAT 201 and LAT 202 | 8 | Language other than English: Levels 3 & 4 | LAT 401 |
Computer Science
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | CS 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 5 | CS 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | CS 101 | 3 | Quantitative Reasoning II | - |
| SL | 4 | CS 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 5 | CS 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | CS 105 | 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I | - |
Dance
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | DANC 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | DANC 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Design Technology
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | BADM 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | BADM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Digital Society
Level
| Score
| Course Credited
| Credit hours
| Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | IS 101 | 3 | Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | IS 101 | 3 | Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science |
Economics
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ECON 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | You may take the ECON 102 or the ECON 103 departmental proficiency exam. |
| HL | 6, 7 | ECON 102 and ECON 103 | 6 | Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | - |
| SL | 4, 5 | ECON 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | You may take the ECON 102 or the ECON 103 departmental proficiency exam. |
| SL | 6, 7 | ECON 102 and ECON 103 | 6 | Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | - |
English A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | RHET 1 - - and ENGL 1 - - | 6 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | RHET 105 and ENGL 1 - - | 7 | Composition I | You have fulfilled the 'Composition I' requirement. |
| SL | 4, 5 | RHET 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | RHET 105 | 4 | Composition I | You have fulfilled the 'Composition I' requirement. |
English A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ENGL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | ENGL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5 | ENGL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | ENGL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
English A: Literature and Performance
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5 | THEA 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | THEA 101 RHET 105 | 3 4 | Humanities-Literature & Arts Composition I | You have fulfilled the 'Composition I' requirement. |
English B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL ab initio | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
Environmental Systems and Societies
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4 | NRES 1-- | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 5 | NRES 100 | 3 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Science | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | NRES 100 and NRES 219 | 6 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Science | - |
Film
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ENGL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | ENGL 104 | 3 | Humanities-Literature & Arts | - |
| SL | 4, 5 | ENGL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | ENGL 104 | 3 | Humanities-Literature & Arts | - |
Food Science & Technology (SBS)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5 | FSHN 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | FSHN 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Geography
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | GGIS 106 | 3 | Cultural Studies-Non-West; Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | GGIS 210 |
| HL | 6, 7 | GGIS 106 and GGIS 1 - - | 6 | Cultural Studies-Non-West; Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | GGIS 210 |
| SL | 4, 5 | GGIS 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | GGIS 101 or GGIS 103 |
| SL | 6, 7 | GGIS 101 | 3 | Cultural Studies-Non-West; Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | GGIS 103 |
Global Politics
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | PS 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 5 | PS 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | PS 180 | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4 | PS 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 5 | PS 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | PS 180 | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
History (HL cutoffs are regardless of region)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | HIST 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 5 | HIST 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | HIST 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4 | HIST 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 5 | HIST 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | HIST 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Information Technology (ITGS)
Level
| Score
| Course Credited
| Credit hours
| Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | IS 101 | 3 | Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science | |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | IS 101 | 3 | Social & Behavioral Science-Social Science |
Math: Analysis and Approaches
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | MATH 115 STAT 100 | 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I | MATH 220 (not MATH 221) if your ALEKS PPL score qualifies you for MATH 220; otherwise, follow your ALEKS PPL placement |
| HL | 6, 7 | MATH 220 STAT 100 | 5 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I | Placed into MATH 231 |
| SL | 4 | STAT 100 | 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I | Follow your ALEKS PPL placement |
| SL | 5 | MATH 112 STAT 100 | 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I | Either MATH 115 or MATH 220, as determined by your score on the ALEKS PPL Math Placement Test |
| SL | 6, 7 | MATH 115 STAT 100 | 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I | MATH 220 if your ALEKS PPL score qualifies you for MATH 220; otherwise, follow your ALEKS PPL placement |
Math: Application and Interpretation
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | MATH 181 MATH 124 STAT 100 | 3 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I |
| |
| HL | 6, 7 | MATH 181 MATH 124 STAT 100 | 3 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I |
| |
| SL | 4 | MATH 181 STAT 100 | 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I | Take the ALEKS PPL Math Placement Test. | |
| SL | 5 | MATH 181 STAT 100 | 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I | Take the ALEKS PPL Math Placement Test. | |
| SL | 6, 7 | MATH 181 STAT 100 | 3 3 | Quantitative Reasoning I Quantitative Reasoning I |
|
Music
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | MUS 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
Music - Group Performance
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | MUSC 2 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
Music - Solo Performance
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | MUSC 1 - - | 1 | Not Applicable | - |
Music Creating
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | MUS 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | - |
Philosophy
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | PHIL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 7 | PHIL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Physics
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | PHYS 1-- | 4 | Not Applicable | You may take the departmental proficiency exam that corresponds to your program. |
| HL | 5 | PHYS 1-- | 5 | Not Applicable | You may take the departmental proficiency exam that corresponds to your program. |
| HL | 6, 7 | PHYS 101
PHYS 102 | 5
5 | Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences; Quantitative Reasoning II Natural Science & Technology-Physical Sciences: Quantitative Reasoning II | You may take the departmental proficiency exam that corresponds to your program. |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PHYS 1-- | 3 | Not Applicable | You may take the departmental proficiency exam that corresponds to your program. |
Political Thought (SBS)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PS 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Psychology
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | PSYC 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | PSYC 100 | 4 | Social & Behavioral Science - Behavioral Sciences | - |
| SL | 4, 5 | PSYC 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | PSYC 100 | 4 | Social & Behavioral Science - Behavioral Sciences | - |
Social and Cultural Anthropology
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ANTH 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | ANTH 103 or ANTH 230 |
| HL | 6, 7 | ANTH 230 | 3 | Not Applicable | ANTH 270 |
| SL | 4, 5 | ANTH 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | ANTH 103 |
| SL | 6, 7 | ANTH 103 | 3 | Cultural Studies-US Minority | ANTH 230 |
Sports, Exercise, and Health Science
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | KIN 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | KIN 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Theatre
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | THEA 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | THEA 101 | 3 | Humanities-Literature & Arts | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | THEA 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Visual Arts
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ART 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| HL | 6, 7 | ART 100 | 3 | Humanities-Literature & Arts | - |
| SL | 4, 5 | ART 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 6, 7 | ART 100 | 3 | Humanities-Literature & Arts | - |
World Religions
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4 | HUM 1-- | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 5, 6, 7 | REL 110 | 3 | Humanities-History & Philosophy; Cultural Studies Non West | - |
X_any school-based syllabus not listed here (Humanities)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Gen ed | - |
X_any school-based syllabus not listed here (interdisciplinary)
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | LAS 1 - - | 3 | Gen ed | - |
Languages Other Than English
Any "Language A: Language and Literature" not listed here
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Any "Language A: Literature" not listed here
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Any "Language B" not listed here
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4,5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | |
| SL ab initio | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable |
Arabic B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ARAB 405 | 3 | Not Applicable | ARAB 406 |
| HL | 6, 7 | ARAB 405 and ARAB 406 | 6 | Not Applicable | ARAB 407 |
| SL | 4, 5 | ARAB 403 | 4 | Language other than English: Level 3 | ARAB 404 |
| SL | 6, 7 | ARAB 403 and ARAB 404 | 8 | Language other than English: Level 3 & 4 | ARAB 405 |
| SL ab initio | 4, 5 | ARAB 201 | 5 | Language other than English: Level 1 | ARAB 202 |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | ARAB 201 and ARAB 202 | 10 | Language other than English: Level 1 & 2 | ARAB 403 |
Catalan A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | CATL 401 | 3 | Not Applicable | CATL 402 |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | CATL 401 | 3 | Not Applicable | CATL 402 |
Chinese B - Cantonese
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | CHIN 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | CHIN 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Chinese B - Mandarin
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | CHIN 305 | 5 | Not Applicable | CHIN 306 |
| HL | 5 | CHIN 305 and CHIN 306 | 10 | Not Applicable | CHIN 440 |
| HL | 6 | CHIN 305, CHIN 306, and CHIN 440 | 13 | Not Applicable | CHIN 441 |
| HL | 7 | CHIN 305, CHIN 306, CHIN 440, and CHIN 441 | 16 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Chinese Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4, 5 | CHIN 203 | 5 | Language other than English: Level 3 | CHIN 204 |
| SL | 6, 7 | CHIN 203 and CHIN 204 | 10 | Language other than English: Level 3 & 4 | CHIN 305 |
| SL ab initio | 4, 5 | CHIN 201 | 5 | Language other than English: Level 1 | CHIN 202 |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | CHIN 201 and CHIN 202 | 10 | Language other than English: Level 1 & 2 | CHIN 203 |
French A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | FR 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | FR 205 or FR 207 |
| HL | 6, 7 | FR 207 | 3 | Not Applicable | FR 314 |
| SL | 4, 5 | FR 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Consult with the French Dept for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 6, 7 | FR 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | FR 205 or FR 207 |
French A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | FR 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | FR 211 or FR 212, or consult with the French Dept for a course recommendation |
| HL | 6, 7 | FR 211 | 3 | Not Applicable | FR 212, or consult with the French Dept for a course recommendation |
| SL | 4, 5 | FR 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | FR 211 or FR 212 |
| SL | 6, 7 | FR 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | FR 211 or FR 212 |
French B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | FR 1 - - | 4 | Not Applicable | Take the UIUC French Placement Test. |
| HL | 6 | FR 103 and FR 104 | 8 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | FR 205 or FR 207 |
| HL | 7 | FR 133 and FR 134 | 8 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | FR 205 or FR 207 |
| SL | 4 | FR 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Take the UIUC French Placement Test. |
| SL | 5 | FR 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Take the UIUC French Placement Test. |
| SL | 6, 7 | FR 103 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | FR 104 or FR 134 |
| SL ab initio | 4 | FR 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Take the UIUC French Placement Test. |
| SL ab initio | 5 | FR 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Take the UIUC French Placement Test. |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | FR 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | FR 103 or FR 133 |
German A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable |
German A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HUM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
German B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | GER 103 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | GER 104 |
| HL | 6, 7 | GER 103 and GER 104 | 8 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | GER 211 |
| SL | 4, 5 | GER 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | GER 103 |
| SL | 6, 7 | GER 103 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | GER 104 |
| SL ab initio | 4 | GER 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | GER 101, or take the UIUC German Placement Test. |
| SL ab initio | 5 | GER 1 - - | 3 | Gen ed | GER 102, or take the UIUC German Placement Test. |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | GER 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | GER 103 |
Hebrew B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | 4, 5 | HEBR 201 | 5 | Language other than English Level 1 | HEBR 202 |
| SL | 6 | HEBR 201 HEBR 202 | 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 1 & 2 | HEBR 403 |
| SL | 7 | HEBR 201 HEBR 202 HEBR 403 | 5 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 1, 2 & 3 | HEBR 404 |
Hindi A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HNDI 408 | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Hindi Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HNDI 408 | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Hindi Program for a course recommendation. |
Hindi B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HNDI 403 HNDI 404 | 4 4 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | HNDI 405, or consult with the Director of the Hindi Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | HNDI 403 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | HNDI 404 |
Italian A: Language and Literature
Placement Message
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ITAL 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| HL | 6, 7 | ITAL 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | ITAL 310 |
| SL | 4, 5 | ITAL 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| SL | 6, 7 | ITAL 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | ITAL 220 |
Italian A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ITAL 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Professor Eleonora Stoppino to discuss course enrollment options. |
| HL | 6, 7 | ITAL 200 | 3 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Professor Eleonora Stoppino to discuss course enrollment options. |
| SL | 4, 5 | ITAL 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Professor Eleonora Stoppino to discuss course enrollment options. |
| SL | 6, 7 | ITAL 200 | 3 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Professor Eleonora Stoppino to discuss course enrollment options. |
Italian B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | ITAL 1 - - | 4 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| HL | 6, 7 | ITAL 103 ITAL 104 | 4 4 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | ITAL 210 |
| SL | 4 | ITAL 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| SL | 5 | ITAL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| SL | 6, 7 | ITAL 103 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | ITAL 104 |
| SL ab initio | 4 | ITAL 1 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| SL ab initio | 5 | ITAL 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | ITAL 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | Please meet with Laura Callegari Hill to discuss opportunities for higher course placement and possibly additional proficiency credit. |
Japanese A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | JAPN 4 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | JAPN 440 |
| HL | 5 | JAPN 4 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | JAPN 440 |
| HL | 6, 7 | JAPN 440 JAPN 441 | 3 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4 | JAPN 3 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | JAPN 305 |
| SL | 5 | JAPN 3 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | JAPN 305 |
| SL | 6, 7 | JAPN 305 | 5 | Not Applicable | JAPN 306 |
Japanese A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | JAPN 4 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
| HL | 5 | JAPN 4 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
| HL | 6, 7 | JAPN 490 | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4 | JAPN 4 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 5 | JAPN 4 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 6, 7 | JAPN 490 | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Japanese Program for a course recommendation. |
Japanese B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | JAPN 201 JAPN 202 | 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 1 & 2 | JAPN 203 |
| HL | 6, 7 | JAPN 203 JAPN 204 | 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | JAPN 305 |
| SL | 4, 5 | JAPN 201 | 5 | Language other than English Level 1 | JAPN 202 |
| SL | 6, 7 | JAPN 201 JAPN 202 | 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 1 & 2 | JAPN 203 |
| SL ab initio | 4 | JAPN 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | JAPN 201 |
| SL ab initio | 5 | JAPN 2 - - | 4 | Not Applicable | JAPN 201 |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | JAPN 201 | 5 | Not Applicable | JAPN 202 |
Korean A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | KOR 4 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | OR 440, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| HL | 5 | KOR 4 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | KOR 440, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| HL | 6, 7 | KOR 440 KOR 441 | 3 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Korean Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4 | KOR 2 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | KOR 242, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| SL | 5 | KOR 2 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | KOR 242, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| SL | 6, 7 | KOR 242 | 4 | Not Applicable | KOR 440, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
Korean A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4 | KOR 4 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Korean Program for a course recommendation. |
| HL | 5 | KOR 4 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Korean Program for a course recommendation. |
| HL | 6, 7 | KOR 4 - - | 6 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Korean Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4 | KOR 4 - - | 2 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Korean Program for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 5, 6, 7 | KOR 4 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Director of the Korean Program for a course recommendation. |
Korean B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | KOR 201 KOR 202 | 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 1 & 2 | KOR 203, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| HL | 6, 7 | KOR 203 KOR 204 | 5 5 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | KOR 305, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| SL | 4, 5 | KOR 201 | 5 | Language other than English Level 1 | KOR 202, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
| SL | 6, 7 | KOR 201 KOR 202 | 5 5 | Language other than English Level 1& 2 | KOR 203, or take the UIUC Korean Placement Test |
Modern Greek A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | GRKM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | GRKM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Modern Greek A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | GRKM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | GRKM 1 - - | 3 | Not Applicable | - |
Portuguese A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PORT 403 | 3 | Language other than English Level 4 | PORT 404 |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PORT 403 | 3 | Language other than English Level 4 | PORT 404 |
Portuguese A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PORT 403 | 3 | Language other than English Level 4 | PORT 404 |
| SL | 4, 5, 6, 7 | PORT 403 | 3 | Language other than English Level 4 | PORT 404 |
Portuguese B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | PORT 400 | 4 | Language other than English Levels 1 & 2 | PORT 401 |
| HL | 6, 7 | PORT 401 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | PORT 402 or PORT 403 |
| SL | 4, 5 | PORT 400 | 4 | Language other than English Levels 1 & 2 | PORT 401 |
| SL | 6, 7 | PORT 401 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | PORT 402 or PORT 403 |
Russian B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | RUSS 201 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | RUSS 202 |
| HL | 6, 7 | RUSS 201 RUSS 202 | 4 4 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | RUSS 301, or a 200-level course other than RUSS 201 or RUSS 202 |
| SL | 4, 5 | RUSS 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | RUSS 201 |
| SL | 6, 7 | RUSS 201 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | RUSS 202 |
| SL ab initio | 4, 5 | RUSS 1 - - | 4 | Not Applicable | RUSS 102, or take the UIUC Russian Placement Test |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | RUSS 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | RUSS 201 |
Spanish A: Language and Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | SPAN 200 | 3 | Not Applicable | SPAN 204 |
| HL | 6 | SPAN 200 | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Spanish Dept for a course recommendation. |
| HL | 7 | SPAN 200 SPAN 204 | 3 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Spanish Dept for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4, 5 | SPAN 130 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | SPAN 141 or 142 |
| SL | 6, 7 | SPAN 141 | 4 | Language other than English Level 4 | SPAN 200, 202, 204, 208, 228, or 232 |
Spanish A: Literature
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | SPAN 200 | 3 | Not Applicable | SPAN 204 |
| HL | 6 | SPAN 200 | 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Spanish Dept for a course recommendation. |
| HL | 7 | SPAN 200 SPAN 204 | 3 3 | Not Applicable | Consult with the Spanish Dept for a course recommendation. |
| SL | 4, 5 | SPAN 130 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | SPAN 141 |
| SL | 6, 7 | SPAN 141 | 4 | Language other than English Level 4 | SPAN 200, 202, 204, 208, 228, or 232 |
Spanish B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | SPAN 130 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | SPAN 141 or 142 |
| HL | 6, 7 | SPAN 130 SPAN 141 | 4 4 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | SPAN 200, 202, 204, 208, 228, or 232 |
| SL | 4, 5 | SPAN 122 | 4 | Language other than English Level 1 & 2 | SPAN 130 |
| SL | 6, 7 | SPAN 130 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | SPAN 141 or 142 |
| SL ab initio | 4, 5 | SPAN 101 | 4 | Language other than English Level 1 | SPAN 102 |
| SL ab initio | 6, 7 | SPAN 122 | 4 | Language other than English 1 & 2 | SPAN 130 |
Swedish B
Level | Score | Course Credited | Credit hours | Gen Ed Fulfillment | Placement Message |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HL | 4, 5 | SCAN 103 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | SCAN 104 |
| HL | 6, 7 | SCAN 103 SCAN 104 | 4 4 | Language other than English Levels 3 & 4 | Consult with the Director of the Scandinavian Program for a 200-level course recommendation. |
| SL | 4, 5 | SCAN 102 | 4 | Language other than English Level 2 | SCAN 103 |
| SL | 6, 7 | SCAN 103 | 4 | Language other than English Level 3 | SCAN 104 |
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