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French Placement Test

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Who needs to take the test?

Take the Test:
Can you introduce yourself in French? Did you study French in high school or college, even if that was a few years ago? New students who are NOT complete beginners must take the test.

The following DO NOT need to take the Test:
... Someone who has never studied French before. Please register for a RP101 class.
... Continuing FIAF students
... Toddlers (ages 1-5)
... Kids & Teens taking Summer Fun in French, Theater and Cooking Programs

Taking the Test

Take the written and oral placement test, either online or in-person Fridays, 1–5:30pm, or by appointment. A FIAF Instructor will assess your fluency in French and then recommend the class suitable for you.

1.	Take the Placement Test
	Adults & Teens (ages 14+)
	Online Placement Test (click) Designed by Délégation Générale Alliance Française USA.
	Paper Version (pdf) Complete the test and call 646 388 6612 to make an appointment to meet with a FIAF Instructor at your convenience. Walk-in placement tests and evaluations are available every Friday, 1–5:30pm at the Language Center office (22 East 60th Street, 3rd floor).
	Kids (ages 7-13) Written Placement Test (pdf) Complete the test and bring it to the Language Center for an Instructor to evaluate.
2.	Chat with an Instructor
	The written test must be followed by a short conversation with a French Instructor who will recommend a class that suits your level of French. This conversation can take place on the phone or in-person at the Language Center office. You may then register for the recommended class either online or in-person.