Bates College | French Placement Form

Thank you for your interest in studying French. The following is a guide for first-year students who wish to take French at Bates College. This form is designed to assist you in placing yourself at the appropriate level. Completing this recommendation form does not guarantee you a place in a French class when you first register.

Date (mm/dd/yr):

Personal Information:

Name:

E-mail address:

Please check the answer that most closely applies to your experience:

no previous study or French instruction
1 - 3 years of French
3 years of French, instruction almost entirely in French
4 years of French, instruction almost entirely in French
4 years of French + immersion experience in a Francophone environment or other significant factor
5 years of French
5 years of French + AP scores of 4 or 5
5 years of French + immersion experience in a Francophone environment or other significant factor

Comments: If you'd like the faculty to consider any additional information regarding the above answers or your placement, please submit it here: