I want to enroll in a class, but it's full. What should I do?
To get on the waitlist for a course, email the department's main office (swlc@uvm.edu ) and plan to attend the first day of class. You can also continue to check the registrar's page throughout the add/drop period.
What are some other resources on campus I can use to improve my language skills?
- Student Accessibility Services provides Accommodations, Consultation, Collaboration, and Educational Support Services to students with documented disabilities.
- The Tutoring Center offers regular tutoring or review sessions with other UVM students - and subject-area tutoring is free!
- See our Student Opportunities and Resources page for more helpful department-specific information.
Do I need to take the language placement test before I can sign up for my first language class at uvm, even if I have never taken the language before?
Even if you have never taken French or Spanish before you need to take the test so that the system can place you into the beginner (1100) level. There is no placement test for Italian. Visit our Foreign Language Placement page for more information about the test and placement.
I am returning from studying abroad and want credit for the courses I took. What do I need to do now?
Welcome back! If you are returning from abroad and need to have your materials reviewed so that your credits can be transferred:
- Assemble your course materials so that one can easily understand which course materials relate to which course. Do not hesitate to add notes of explanation if necessary.
- Get the "blue form" from Transfer Affairs by emailing transfer@uvm.edu (Registrar's Office, 360 Waterman).
- Deliver the course materials to reception in our main office at 517 Waterman.
Can I double major?
Yes! In fact, many students choose to do so. Our majors pair very well with a wide variety of other fields and our major requirements have enough flexibility built in to accommodate a second major. Explore our programs to see how well they pair with other majors and with each other!
Do I need two advisors if I am pursuing two majors? Do I need a minor advisor?
All UVM students should have an academic advisor in their major, but you can request a secondary advisor in your minor (or second major). If you are majoring or minoring in one of our programs and need an assigned advisor, contact the College of Arts and Sciences Student Services Office to be assigned an academic advisor in that program.
Read more about our faculty advisors and how they can help you.
What are the courses in the school like?
Our curriculum covers the full extent of the areas of the world where our languages are spoken. We offer a full range of language, literature, and culture classes. In a major or minor in one of the languages, you'll have advanced courses in literature and culture as well as in the language.
What if I still have a question?
Please contact us and we can help!