A Modern Language Placement (MLP) exam is required for most FSU students who seek language study in French, German, or Spanish. The exam is not required for students studying a new language with no prior coursework or experience. Consult your syllabus to confirm if the MLP exam is required. We also offer a pass/fail Russian proficiency exam. While the test can be used to exempt language courses, it cannot be used for Russian language course placement.
Delivery Mode
Administered at the FSU Testing Center in Canvas. Also available online via Honorlock.
Length & Format
1 hour long with multiple-choice questions. The exam does not test speaking or listening skills.
Cost
Free to FSU students testing in person. FSU testers using Honorlock pay a $4.45 proctoring fee.
IMPORTANT
Modern Language Placement exams are available in person and online via Honorlock. Keep in mind that testers using Honorlock will pay a nonrefundable, nontransferable proctoring fee. To schedule an appointment, follow the registration instructions below.
Getting Started
1. Review Placement Policy.
Visit the Exemption & Placement page to check key information. For any questions, contact the Modern Languages & Linguistics academic advisor at 850-644-2606 or mlladvising@fsu.edu.
2. Register for Exam.
FSU Students
Register in the Exam Registration System to take the Canvas exam at the FSU Testing Center.
Honorlock Testers
If you’re taking an MLP exam via Honorlock, email testing@fsu.edu to request enrollment in the MLP Canvas site. After enrollment, you’ll receive an email with further instructions.
3. Review Testing Policies.
To ensure a smooth in-person testing experience, review the Testing Tips & Policies page. For Honorlock testing, review the Testing Online with Honorlock page.
After the Exam
Scores are available in the Gradebook immediately upon exam submission.
You can retake the same subject exam after 60 days. FSU testers can add a new attempt at check-in. Honorlock testers can email testing@fsu.edu to request a new attempt.
Need Help?
MLP Exam | Contact the Modern Languages & Linguistics academic advisor at 850-644-2606 or mlladvising@fsu.edu.
Technical Support | For Canvas, contact 850-644-8004 or canvas@fsu.edu and for Honorlock, use the chat or email support@honorlock.com.
Need accommodated testing?
The FSU Testing Center is equipped to provide extra-time accommodations for qualified testers. Visit our webpage for assistance.