Modern Language Background Survey Information from this questionnaire, combined with your language assessment and transcripts, will help us determine the best language class for you. This is not a perfect process and we are happy to discuss your placement with you. Once you receive your placement, if you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Modern Language department. Our goal is to find the class where you can be successful in your language learning. Loading...Student InformationFirst NameLast NameEmail AddressBirthdateBirthdateJanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember1234567891011121314151617181920212223242526272829303120242023202220212020201920182017201620152014201320122011201020092008200720062005200420032002200120001999199819971996199519941993199219911990198919881987198619851984198319821981198019791978197719761975197419731972197119701969196819671966196519641963196219611960195919581957195619551954195319521951195019491948194719461945194419431942194119401939193819371936193519341933193219311930192919281927192619251924192319221921192019191918191719161915191419131912191119101909190819071906190519041903190219011900Modern Language Background SurveyLanguage you speak or have studied (the rest of the survey refers to the language(s) indicated here).Language you speak or have studied (the rest of the survey refers to the language(s) indicated here).FrenchGermanJapaneseSpanishOtherMore than one languageNoneBecause you have not previously studied a modern language, you will receive a Stage 1 placement. This means you can begin your language study with the first semester (Stage 1) of any language. Stage 1 is offered every fall in French, German, Japanese, and Spanish. Stage 1 is also offered in the Spring for SpanishWhich language would you like to study at NWU?Because you have not previously studied a modern language, you will receive a Stage 1 placement. This means you can begin your language study with the first semester (Stage 1) of any language. Stage 1 is offered every fall in French, German, Japanese, and Spanish. Stage 1 is also offered in the Spring for SpanishWhich language would you like to study at NWU?FrenchGermanJapaneseSpanishAre you interested in continuing with your study of more than one language at NWU?Are you interested in continuing with your study of more than one language at NWU?YesMaybeNoPlease tell us here which languages you are interested in studying at NWU and indicate which you consider to be your primary focus of study (the one you are strongest in, that you intend to study to a higher level, the one you are more likely to prioritize if you have to choose for scheduling purposes, etc). Feel free to tell us whatever would be helpful for us to know as we advise you in your language study. For the multiple choice questions that follow, please answer for the language that is your primary focus.Which language do you plan to primarily focus in at NWU?Which language do you plan to primarily focus in at NWU?FrenchGermanJapaneseSpanishWhich language are you interested in continuing at NWU?Which language are you interested in continuing at NWU?FrenchGermanJapaneseSpanishHow many years have you studied this language in school (middle school and high school)?How many years have you studied this language in school (middle school and high school)?1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years or moreHighest class completed in the language (or will have completed before starting a class at NWU)Highest class completed in the language (or will have completed before starting a class at NWU)1st year2nd year3rd year4th yearAPDid you take a language class with Wesleyan Honors Academy (dual enrollment)?Did you take a language class with Wesleyan Honors Academy (dual enrollment)?YesNoFor which course did you earn credit (if not sure, please select "other" and your best guess)For which course did you earn credit (if not sure, please select "other" and your best guess)Stage 1Stage 2OtherHave you studied the language at a college or university?Have you studied the language at a college or university?YesNoHow many semesters (or nearest equivalent) have you studied the language at a college or university?How many semesters (or nearest equivalent) have you studied the language at a college or university?1 semester2 semesters3 semesters4 semesters or moreWhat is the name of the college or university?(choose from the autosuggest options)Ceeb (hidden)When was the last time you had a language class?When was the last time you had a language class?Currently in language class1 semester ago1 year ago2 years ago3 years ago or moreDo you live in an area where this language is predominantly spoken?Do you live in an area where this language is predominantly spoken?YesNoWhere? (city, state/province, country)How many years have you lived/did you live there? (approximately)Do you speak the language in your home?Do you speak the language in your home?YesNoWho speaks the language in your home? (click all that apply)Who speaks the language in your home? (click all that apply)FatherMotherSibling(s)SpouseGrandparent(s)OtherIf you are a native/heritage bilingual speaker, you have the option to petition for a waiver for the modern language requirement (please speak with your academic advisor). However, as a bilingual speaker, you are encouraged to take classes in your language to advance or professionalize your skills, or to begin learning another language. If you have any interest in language study at NWU, please continue with the placement process here. If you plan to petition for the waiver, you may choose "no" below and exit the placement process. If you decide in the future to study language at NWU, we can determine your placement at that time.Would you like to continue with the placement process now?If you are a native/heritage bilingual speaker, you have the option to petition for a waiver for the modern language requirement (please speak with your academic advisor). However, as a bilingual speaker, you are encouraged to take classes in your language to advance or professionalize your skills, or to begin learning another language. If you have any interest in language study at NWU, please continue with the placement process here. If you plan to petition for the waiver, you may choose "no" below and exit the placement process. If you decide in the future to study language at NWU, we can determine your placement at that time.Would you like to continue with the placement process now?YesNoHave you spent any time immersed in the language? (study abroad, short term travel, etc.)Have you spent any time immersed in the language? (study abroad, short term travel, etc.)YesNoTell us a little about your experience.Are you looking forward to continuing your language study?Are you looking forward to continuing your language study?YesI don't mindNot reallyMight you be interested in trying another language?Might you be interested in trying another language?YesNoMaybeWhich language(s) would you be interested in?Which language(s) would you be interested in?FrenchGermanJapaneseSpanishDo you know or have a general idea of what you want to study at NWU? (click all that apply)Do you know or have a general idea of what you want to study at NWU? (click all that apply)Arts and Humanities (English, Modern Language, History, Philosophy and Religion, Music, Theatre)STEM (Science, Math)Social Sciences (Political Science, Sociology and Anthropology, Psychology)Not yet decidedOtherIf you know your intended major, please indicate that here.Many students with one or two years of language study OR who have not studied the language for two years or more frequently feel most comfortable starting in a first or second semester language course. You have the option to self-place into Stage 1 or Stage 2, without taking the language assessment. All students have the option to take the language assessment. If you want help deciding the best level, please take the language assessment. Also, you will want to take the assessment if you are hoping to begin at the Stage 3 level or higher.Are you interested in self-placing into the first (Stage 1) or second (Stage 2) semester? (You may also self-place into Stage 1 of a new language.)Many students with one or two years of language study OR who have not studied the language for two years or more frequently feel most comfortable starting in a first or second semester language course. You have the option to self-place into Stage 1 or Stage 2, without taking the language assessment. All students have the option to take the language assessment. If you want help deciding the best level, please take the language assessment. Also, you will want to take the assessment if you are hoping to begin at the Stage 3 level or higher.Are you interested in self-placing into the first (Stage 1) or second (Stage 2) semester? (You may also self-place into Stage 1 of a new language.)YesNoWhich class would you like as your placement?Which class would you like as your placement?French, Stage 1French, Stage 2German, Stage 1German, Stage 2Japanese, Stage 1Japanese, Stage 2Spanish, Stage 1Spanish, Stage 2Is there anything else you'd like to share about your experience with the language that will help us with your language placement?Submit
