What is the Latin Placement Test like?
The exam consists of 40 multiple-choice questions testing your knowledge of Latin word forms and grammatical constructions as well as your ability to translate Latin sentences into English. The on-line test through WebCT normally takes 30 to 45 minutes to complete. You may not use any supplemental resources to assist you with completing the Latin placement exam. As an incoming freshman you may receive up to twelve placement credits for courses you placed out of through the Latin placement exam. To earn this credit, you must take and pass with a “C” (2.0) or better a validation course within your first two semesters at the College. Students who place above the 202-level and do not enroll in LATN 301 are required to complete a supplemental Latin exam in order to satisfy the General Education requirement in Foreign Languages. Please contact Dr. James Newhard if you have any additional questions about the Latin Placement Examination.
