Waiver of the Language Requirement

Students with extensive prior experience in a language (including languages that are not taught at UC) may fulfill the requirement with a sufficient score on the appropriate Language Waiver Exam. This certification is contingent upon performance in an oral interview as well as a written test. Students receive no credit by placing out of the language requirement through this certification.

The requirement for the language exam will be waived for students who have had schooling in the language through the equivalent of the eighth grade.

To schedule a Waiver Exam, contact Ingrid Epstein (ingrid.epstein@uc.edu), PhD, A&S Language Advisor.

Students who have participated in the Advanced Placement Program in high school receive college credit, based on their scores, without further validation. The credit is allocated according to college guidelines. (Advanced Credit - University of Cincinnati Admissions).  These students should contact the appropriate language coordinator for guidance in course selection.

Students who for reasons of a disability are not able to complete the language requirement may petition the College for a waiver of the requirement.  In granting such a waiver, the College will normally require that a student complete an alternative course of study of a specific non-English-speaking culture. 

to college guidelines. (Advanced Credit - University of Cincinnati Admissions).  These students should contact the appropriate language coordinator for guidance in course selection.