In order to enroll in any Self-Instructional Language course, the student must complete an application in early April to be accepted into the program. Generally, forms are available on this page for two weeks after Spring Break. This year, 2024, the application will be open April 1 – 14. Geared toward highly motivated and disciplined learners, students must demonstrate the ability to sustain language study in an independent format and meet these basic eligibility requirements:
- have second-year standing or higher
- demonstrate proven capability of independent work
- describe previous success in foreign language study
- present a coherent proposal explaining how the language integrates with their academic interests
- have at least a 3.o GPA
- attach a copy of their Williams academic transcript
In some cases, a placement test will be administered.
A Self-Instructional Languages course will be scheduled only if and when at least two students are accepted into the course, and a tutor/examiner can be hired.
Students should note that Self-Instructional Languages courses are hyphenated, meaning no credit is given for the first semester until the second semester is successfully completed. The courses cannot be taken Pass/Fail. They may be taken as a graded fifth course. *NOTE: SILP courses are offered at the beginner, or 101, level.
Enrollment
The application and information period is open for two weeks before the pre-registration period. Acceptance will be communicated in time to pre-register. For any questions not answered in the FAQ, email [email protected].
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