Admission Procedures

First-Year Admission

The undergraduate admissions committee reviews each application in a holistic and individualized manner, with a goal of getting to know each student through the application process. Some of the things assessed during this process include the following:

Academic potential and preparation
Personal characteristics and qualities
Accomplishments and involvement

Admission to WashU is both selective and competitive. The university receives applications from far more students than it is able to admit each year. Students who come to WashU have challenged themselves academically and personally during their high school years and are required to have earned a high school diploma or its equivalent, including home-schooled students and students holding a GED. Most applicants take advantage of honors, Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate, and/or Dual Enrollment courses, if offered by their high schools. The admissions review takes each applicant's individual context, circumstances, and opportunities into account.

Most candidates' transcripts include the following:

Four years of English
Four years of mathematics; calculus is strongly recommended for majors in Architecture, Business, and Engineering; science majors in Arts & Sciences; and those who intend to pursue a pre-medicine path
Three to four years of history or social science
At least two years of the same foreign language since ninth grade
Three to four years of laboratory science; chemistry and physics are strongly recommended for Engineering majors and for those who plan to do course work in the sciences and/or pre-medicine

Important components of a student's application also include the following:

The student's academic performance (transcript), including course selection, grades, and class rank, if provided by the secondary school
Counselor and teacher recommendations
Essays
Extracurricular and community involvement, including positive impacts on home and community (students who work for pay and/or have time-consuming family responsibilities should include this in their activity list)
Standardized testing, if provided (see below)

Standardized Testing

WashU has a test-optional policy for applicants for admission in the fall semester of 2026. Applicants have the option of whether to submit standardized test scores. Students who are unable to or who elect not to submit their test scores will have the requirement automatically waived and will not be penalized. For those who do submit test scores, either SAT or ACT scores are acceptable, and neither the writing section nor SAT Subject Tests are required. Test results from any of the student's high school years are acceptable and we consider only the highest individual scores, whenever they occurred. Students may also submit additional testing (such as SAT Subject Tests, AP or IB exam scores, or other forms of testing) in addition to, or in lieu of, the SAT or ACT.

Applying for Admission

For a student's application file to be complete, we must receive the following materials by the deadline for the decision plan selected:

Common Application or Coalition Application
Nonrefundable $75 fee (automatically waived for students applying for financial aid)
All required additional materials as outlined in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions guidelines, including a teacher recommendation, a school report, and official transcripts

Washington University also accepts applications through the QuestBridge Match process.

Decision Plans

WashU offers two binding Early Decision options (Early Decision I, with a deadline of November 3 and notification by December 15, and Early Decision II, with a deadline of January 2 and notification by February 14) and Regular Decision, with a deadline of January 2 and notification by April 1 each year.

If WashU is a student's first choice, we encourage the student to consider applying under an Early Decision plan. Applying Early Decision signifies a binding commitment that the student will attend WashU if admitted. This option requires the applicant to submit a nonrefundable enrollment deposit within two weeks of receiving notification of admission. If admitted, the student must withdraw applications at other schools. A student may apply to only one school through a binding Early Decision plan.

Selecting a Division

We encourage students to think about where their interests may lie at the time they apply in terms of a major and a degree path to pursue. Applicants must select one of the academic divisions (Architecture, Art, Arts & Sciences, Business, or Engineering) as the primary point of interest. In addition, the student may indicate an interest in the Beyond Boundaries program. This allows us to assess proper preparation in the application review process and to provide effective academic advising from the start to help students realize their goals. Once admitted to a division, a student must spend at least one full semester in that division before requesting a change to another undergraduate division at WashU. Students wishing to switch undergraduate divisions after the first semester do so by meeting with their dean's office. (Note: Olin Business School considers division transfer requests after the first year.)

If English Is Not the Student's Primary Language

International applicants for whom English is a second language are required to demonstrate evidence of English language proficiency by submitting results from the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), IELTS (International English Language Testing System), or Duolingo English Test. Applicants may also seek a waiver, based upon specific circumstances. Students should refer to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for additional guidance.

Portfolios

In addition to the application materials referenced above, applicants to the College of Art are required to submit a portfolio of their work and applicants to the College of Architecture are encouraged to do so. All College of Art students will be considered for the Conway or Proetz Scholarship in art; Architecture students who submit portfolios will be considered for the Fitzgibbon Scholarship.

Applicants should submit their portfolios through SlideRoom and should include 12 to 15 pieces of recent work, which may include drawings, two- and three-dimensional pieces, and photographs. (If an applicant is submitting an architecture portfolio, they should not include CAD drawings or examples of their drafting skills.) The applicant may include additional information about each piece, such as the title, medium, dimensions and date completed.

Deferred Enrollment

Admitted students who have submitted their enrollment materials but wish to begin their studies at a later date may request to defer enrollment at WashU for a period of one year, with extension possible for an additional year depending on individual circumstances. Requests to defer enrollment (“take a gap year”) are reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and must be received by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions by May 15.

Deferred enrollment is designed for students who wish to engage in a substantive personal growth experience before enrolling or students completing compulsory national service and/or a religious commitment. Students who have deferred enrollment should not enroll as a full-time student at another institution. If a student pursues any course work during deferred enrollment, any courses taken during the deferred period are typically not accepted for credit. Final decisions about the transferability of any credit lies with the dean's office in each division.

Students interested in deferring enrollment should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for important deadlines and procedures. Note: students deferring enrollment must reapply for financial assistance during the application cycle immediately preceding the date of desired entry.

Please visit the Admissions website for more information.

Statement of Admissions Conduct

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the highest ethical and professional standards of conduct as an integral part of its mission, the promotion of learning. To achieve this goal, the university relies on each community member’s ethical behavior, honesty, integrity and good judgment. Each community member should demonstrate respect for the rights of others. Each community member is accountable for their actions. Therefore, an offer of admission and a student’s enrollment at the university are contingent upon the accurate and complete representation of information within the application for admission, as well as successful completion of their current studies. Applicants are obligated to notify the university of any changes in the information provided or responses submitted as part of their application. Washington University in St. Louis reserves the right to rescind an offer of admission or revoke a student’s enrollment at any time if we receive information that, in our sole judgment and discretion, indicates that the information provided in the application is inaccurate or misleading or if new information leads the university to determine that a student is no longer a positive presence for study or participation in our community.

Transfer Admission

Transfer admission to Washington University is selective; the university receives more applications each year than it has space to admit. Applications for transfer admission are accepted for entry in the fall semester only.

An applicant should apply as a transfer student if they meet all of the following requirements:

The applicant has finished secondary school and completed some college study.
The applicant would like to be considered for admission with advanced standing (as a second-year or third-year student) at WashU.
The applicant is interested in enrolling full-time in an undergraduate degree program with a specific academic focus.
The applicant has never attended any of WashU's full-time, degree-granting schools.

For information about transfer application deadlines, please visit the Admissions website.

Preparation for Transfer

Transfer applicants are reviewed for their preparation to successfully enroll in their division of interest. Available space in each division varies every year. Generally speaking, strong applicants will have achieved at least a B+ average from a two- or four-year college in courses across a broad academic curriculum.

Some academic divisions require specific academic achievement and the completion of specific course work. For example, students with interests in business must demonstrate strong performance in math course work, including calculus, and students interested in engineering or the physical or biological sciences must demonstrate strong performance in science and mathematics course work, including calculus. Applicants are advised to review the suggested guidelines and specific course work needed for their intended area of study or intended professional pathway (e.g., pre-med); this is available on the Admissions website.

Additionally, transfer applicants must have left their current institution and all previous institutions in good standing and be eligible to return. If an applicant has been away from a formal academic setting for more than two years, we require the applicant to complete at least one year (30 units) of work at another college or university before applying for transfer admission.

Due to the very limited number of transfer spaces available, transfer applicants are ineligible to request deferred enrollment from one year to the next.

For additional admissions information on how to apply as a transfer applicant, please visit the Admissions website.

To apply as a transfer applicant, applicants must submit their high school transcript(s), their application, official transcripts of all previous college work, a Transfer Academic Evaluation (letter of recommendation), a Transfer Registrar Report (College Report), and the nonrefundable $75 application fee (or fee waiver) to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions. Transfer applicants have the option of whether to submit standardized testing, such as the SAT or ACT.

Detailed information about applying for financial aid is available on the Student Financial Services website and in this Bulletin.

Transfer admission information for individual schools is listed as follows.

Transferring into Arts & Sciences

Each year, a number of students from other colleges and universities transfer into the College of Arts & Sciences. Upon their admission, the transfer student advisor reviews and evaluates their previous academic work. Full credit is normally granted for courses taken at accredited institutions, provided that the university offers comparable courses and that the student has completed the courses with a grade of C or better. Please note: With the exception of coursework taken during the 2020-21 academic year, online coursework will not be considered for transfer credit. In addition, transfer credit may be counted where applicable and upon department approval toward major or minor requirements. Transfer students must be enrolled for at least four consecutive full-time semesters, excluding summer terms, to satisfy the residency requirement. They must complete a minimum number of units at Washington University and a minimum number of units in the College of Arts & Sciences in accordance with the table found under the heading "Transfer Students" on the Arts & Sciences Degree Requirements page of this Bulletin.

All transfer students are assigned an academic advisor. When they declare a major, they also meet with an advisor in the major department. The full range of curricular opportunities offered through the college is open to transfer students when prerequisites are satisfied. An applicant should direct specific questions about transfer credit and course sequences at Washington University to the College of Arts & Sciences.

Transferring into Architecture

Places for transfer students are extremely limited and require strong performance in an arts and sciences curriculum, preferably with preparation in the visual arts. Placement into the design studio sequence is determined by a portfolio review and an evaluation of prior coursework. To assist with appropriate placement, an interview with the associate dean of students, while not required, is strongly recommended. The applicant should bring a transcript to the meeting. The applicant's previous work should parallel as closely as possible the coursework outlined on the Architecture Degree Requirements page.

Transfer applicants to the College of Architecture are required to submit a portfolio consisting of 12 to 15 pieces of recent work for review by the faculty through SlideRoom on the Common Application. This should include examples of work that indicate the applicant’s technical and conceptual level of accomplishment. Some drawing should be from direct observation. If possible, applicants should submit examples of work in different media to demonstrate a range of art and design experiences.

Transferring into Art

The number of studio art credits that a transfer applicant has already earned, in combination with an evaluation of the applicant's portfolio, determines the level at which the student is admitted. As much as possible, the studio art courses taken at other institutions should correspond with the program at Washington University as outlined on the Art Degree Requirements page. To assist with appropriate placement, an interview with the associate dean of students, while not required, is strongly recommended. The applicant should bring a transcript to the meeting.

Transfer applicants to the College of Art are required to submit a portfolio through SlideRoom on the Common Application for faculty review. The portfolio should consist of 12 to 15 pieces of recent work and show a variety of art experiences, including drawings, work utilizing design principles, and some work in color. Applicants should include examples of work from basic drawing and design classes that indicate their technical and conceptual level of accomplishment, and some drawing should be from direct observation. If possible, applicants should submit examples of work in different media to demonstrate a range of art and design experiences. If applying to the second- or third-year level, some of the work should be in the area of the applicant's intended major.

Transferring into Business

The Olin Business School offers transfer enrollment during the fall semester. The strongest candidates for admission are able to demonstrate solid academic performance at a two- or four-year college that mirrors most of the academic requirements that our students complete during their first or second year of study. For a sophomore-level transfer candidate, this would include Calculus II at the college level. Microeconomics is recommended. For a junior-level transfer candidate, this would include financial accounting, microeconomics, and perhaps macroeconomics and managerial accounting. All transfers to the Olin Business School must have completed an equivalent to Calculus II at the college level. Students who are admitted to the Olin Business School should expect a written course evaluation from the transfer student advisor within two weeks of receiving their offer of admission; this letter will indicate the courses that will be accepted by the business school. A maximum of 60 credits will be accepted toward our undergraduate degree. Students must earn at least a C grade in the course for the units to transfer to Washington University. Typically, courses taken online are not accepted as transfer credit. However, online courses taken during the COVID-19 pandemic (Spring 2020 through Summer 2022) will be transferable. Grades will not transfer to Washington University.

All transfer students are assigned an academic advisor. Transfer students must be enrolled for at least four consecutive full-time semesters to satisfy the residency requirement.

Please refer to the Degree Requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree.

Transferring into Engineering

Applicants may apply for admission if they have completed a minimum of one year of college work elsewhere; however, the McKelvey School of Engineering does not accept transfer students who have already completed a bachelor's degree. The transfer applicant must demonstrate academic achievement (i.e., a grade average of B+ or better), with strength in mathematics (calculus) and science (chemistry/physics). Transfer applicants to the McKelvey School of Engineering should have completed one semester of an English composition course, two semesters of calculus-based physics, and sufficient calculus (typically three semesters) to be prepared for differential equations. Applicants interested in biomedical engineering should also have completed at least one semester of chemistry with lab and an introductory biology sequence that includes cellular, molecular and developmental biology as well as genetics. Applicants interested in chemical or environmental engineering should have completed at least one biology course and sufficient chemistry to be ready to take organic chemistry. After completing the application process, an evaluation of the applicant's record will be made to determine the transfer of college credit. Grades earned do not transfer, but the applicant must earn a letter grade of C- or better for the course credit to transfer. Courses taken on a pass/fail basis do not transfer.

To be recommended for any bachelor's degree, a transfer applicant must satisfy applicable requirements of the McKelvey School of Engineering as shown in the Degree Requirements section of this Bulletin. Please note that all students earning an undergraduate engineering degree are required to complete a minimum of 60 course units at Washington University.

Pre-Matriculation Credit Units

Pre-matriculation credit units are earned before an applicant's enrollment at Washington University as a first-year student and can be applied toward a Washington University degree. A maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit may be counted toward an undergraduate degree; these units of credit will count toward graduation but will not count toward the distribution requirements/meet general education requirements.* Sources for pre-matriculation credit units include Advanced Placement (AP) examinations, International Baccalaureate (IB) courses, British Advanced (A) Levels, course credit earned by proficiency (e.g., Back Credit), and college credit earned after the student's sophomore year in high school. Credits earned via Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs are considered to be pre-matriculation credit units and are subject to the same regulations. A transcript notation is made of all pre-matriculation credit units earned before enrollment in Washington University.

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A student in the College of Arts & Sciences may apply a maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit toward any undergraduate degree; these units of credit will count toward graduation but will not count toward the distribution requirements. A transcript notation is made of all pre-matriculation credit units earned before enrollment in Washington University.
A student in the Olin Business School may apply a maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit toward the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration undergraduate degree; these units of credit will count toward graduation but will not count toward the distribution requirements. A transcript notation is made of all pre-matriculation credit units earned before enrollment in Washington University.
A student in the McKelvey School of Engineering may apply a maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit toward any undergraduate degree. A transcript notation is made of all pre-matriculation credit units earned before enrollment in Washington University.
A student in the College of Art may apply a maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit toward an undergraduate degree; these units of credit will count toward graduation but will not count toward the distribution requirements. A transcript notation is made of all pre-matriculation credit units earned before enrollment in Washington University.
A student in the College of Architecture may apply a maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit toward an undergraduate degree; these units of credit will count toward graduation but will not count toward the distribution requirements, with the exception that 3 units can count toward MATH 1510 and 3 units can count toward PHYSICS 1740. A transcript notation is made of all pre-matriculation credit units earned before enrollment in Washington University.

Students who wish to receive pre-matriculation credit from their College Board AP examinations, International Baccalaureate courses, and British A-Level examinations should submit their official score reports to Washington University. All appropriate test scores will have course equivalents assigned to them and will be noted on the transcript. However, a maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit will be awarded, provided credit has not been already designated as the result of college course work having been transferred as well. If a student takes a course in residence for which they have already received AP/IB/A-Level credit, the AP/IB/A-Level credit will be removed from their student record.

College Courses Prior to Washington University

A maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit may be awarded for college courses completed at another college or university prior to matriculation, provided no other pre-matriculation credits have been awarded. In the College of Arts & Sciences, Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts, Olin Business School, and McKelvey School of Engineering, college courses completed at another college or university prior to matriculation must meet the following standards:

Taken after the sophomore year in high school
Taken at a fully accredited college or university
Taught on a college or university campus
Taught by a college or university faculty member
Enrolled in primarily by matriculated college students (i.e., high school graduates)
Not listed on the high school transcript, did not count toward the high school diploma/graduation requirements, and was not part of a high school/college dual credit program

Students in the College of Arts & Sciences who would like to apply to receive pre-matriculation credit for college courses completed at another college or university prior to matriculation should visit the College of Arts & Sciences website.

Students in the Olin Business School who would like to apply to receive pre-matriculation credit for college courses completed at another college or university prior to matriculation should contact the Olin Business School.

Students in the Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts who would like to apply to receive pre-matriculation credit for college courses completed at another college or university prior to matriculation should visit the Sam Fox School website or contact the Sam Fox School registrar.

Students in the McKelvey School of Engineering who would like to apply to receive pre-matriculation credit for college courses completed at another college or university prior to matriculation should contact the McKelvey School of Engineering or email their questions about the transfer course equivalency review process to EUSS@wustl.edu.

Secondary School Coursework

Washington University does not recognize credit for courses taken in secondary schools (high schools) and taught by secondary (high school) instructors, even when offered under the aegis of a university. The university accepts credit for courses taken at a college or university and taught by faculty of a college or university, provided the course has not been credited toward the high school diploma.

Placement Examinations

Superior results on placement examinations may allow students to enter advanced courses at the beginning of their college career, fulfill some requirements for a major or a minor by examination rather than by course work, and earn credit toward their degree. Washington University Placement examinations are administered by various departments and have different requirements for advanced course placement.

Proficiency Credit and Placement

Superior proficiency results on Advanced Placement Examinations, International Baccalaureate tests, and Advanced (A) Levels (A-Levels) may allow students to enter advanced courses at the beginning of their college career, fulfill some requirements for a major or a minor by examination rather than by coursework, and earn credit toward their degree. Students will have all accepted pre-matriculation credit noted on their transcript so they may go directly into advanced courses.

Three types of examinations are recognized:

Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations. These are used for placement, partial fulfillment of major or minor requirements, and the granting of degree credit, according to the recommendations of the various departments. Examinations are given by the College Board in May of each year for secondary school (high school) students who have been enrolled in college-level courses in the same subject or subjects of the exam. Students who wish to receive pre-matriculation credit for their AP test scores must have their AP test scores sent to Washington University by contacting the College Board at www.collegeboard.org or 1-888-225-5427 (College Code 6929).
International Baccalaureate. Students who have earned the International Baccalaureate diploma or who have successfully passed examinations in the program should consult a dean in their undergraduate division of the university about advanced course placement and credit. These scores may be used for placement or granting of degree credit, according to the recommendations of the various departments. Subsidiary-level (SL) scores and Extended Essay (EE) scores are not recognized.
Advanced (A) Levels (A-Levels). These grades may be used for placement or granting of degree credit, according to the recommendations of the various departments.

SAT Subject Tests: These examinations in modern languages are administered by the College Board. They are required for study in certain languages.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP): These scores are not accepted for credit or placement.

O-Level Examinations: These scores are not accepted for credit or placement.

Advanced Placement Policy

A maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit may be counted toward any undergraduate degree. These units will count toward graduation but will not meet general education requirements.
No department at Washington University offers absolute credit, without further study, for scores lower than 4. In French and German, a score of 3 confirmed by a course in residence at Washington University earns additional credit; see listings below.
If a student takes a course in residence for which they have already received AP credit, the AP credit will be removed from their student record.

African and African American Studies (AFAS)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of elective credit for AFAS 2081 African American Studies: An Introduction. These units do not replace AFAS 2550 Introduction to Africana Studies, AFAS 1002 Foundations in African & African American Studies, or other specific course requirements for an AFAS major or minor.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Art History (ARTARCH) — Test: AHS

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of elective credit for ARTARCH 1515 Introduction to Western Art may be awarded contingent upon the completion of a 3000- or 4000-level Art History course with a grade of B or better. Students in the Sam Fox School must complete ARTARCH 1515.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Biology (BIOL) — Test: BIO

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	6 units of credit for BIOL 1996 (elective credit). Students who plan to major in Biology or who are pre-medicine normally will enroll in BIOL 2960 in the spring of freshman year and BIOL 2970 in the fall of sophomore year.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Chemistry (CHEM) — Test: CHE

Those students who receive a 5 on the AP test in Chemistry will receive 3 units each of CHEM 1030 and CHEM 1040. Those students who receive a 4 receive 3 units of CHEM 1030. Receipt of these credits has no bearing on fulfillment of Chemistry requirements for pre-medicine or any science major and cannot be used to satisfy prerequisites for Organic Chemistry. All students who receive a score of 4 or 5 on the AP exam should enroll in CHEM 1701 rather than CHEM 1601. Students who wish to pursue a Chemistry major must take CHEM 1701 and CHEM 1702 and the associated labs, CHEM 1751 and 1752. Please note: In certain instances, students may substitute CHEM 1601/1602 for CHEM 1701/1702. Please consult the Chemistry Department’s Director of Undergraduate Studies for details. Students who wish to pursue another major or a pre-professional preparatory curriculum requiring General Chemistry must take either CHEM 1601 and 1602 or CHEM 1701 and 1702 (specific requirements defined by the major program) and the associated labs, CHEM 1751 and 1752. Students who wish to exempt either the first or second semester of General Chemistry, including the labs, must pass a placement exam administered by the Department of Chemistry during the first week of classes in the fall.

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for CHEM 1030 and 3 units for credit for CHEM 1040. These units do not replace CHEM 1601, 1602, 1701 or 1702. CHEM 1602 or 1702 must be completed prior to registration in CHEM 2561 or 4010 or any advanced courses in Chemistry.
Grade 4	3 units of CHEM 1030. These units do not replace CHEM 1601, CHEM 1602, CHEM 1701, or CHEM 1702.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Computer Science (CSE) — A Test

Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of general elective credit for CSE 1301. Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded, but students who take the online placement exam may receive "proficiency" credit if a passing score is achieved.

Computer Science (CSE) — AP Computer Science Principles/Test CSP

Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of general elective credit for CSE 0013. Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.

Economics–Micro (ECON) — Test: EMI

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of undergraduate general degree credit ECON 1997 may be awarded contingent upon completion of ECON 4001 with a grade of B or better. Placement into any economics course having an ECON 1501 prerequisite is permitted; however, bypassing introductory courses may be disadvantageous, and students are encouraged to consult with the department's academic coordinator. Bypassing ECON 1501 requires the completion of additional economics elective credit for the major/minors in Economics and for the major in Economics + Computer Science.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Not recommended to bypass ECON 1501.

Economics–Macro (ECON) — Test: EMA

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of undergraduate general degree credit ECON 1998 may be awarded contingent upon completion of ECON 4002 with a grade of B or better. The credit will not count toward the economics major/minor. Placement into any economics course having an ECON 1502 prerequisite is permitted (assuming other prerequisites are met); however, bypassing introductory courses may be disadvantageous, and students are encouraged to consult with the department's academic coordinator. Bypassing ECON 1502 requires the completion of additional economics elective credit for the major/minors in Economics and for the major in Economics + Computer Science.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Not recommended to bypass ECON 1502.

English: Language and Composition (WRITING) or Literature and Composition (ELIT) — Test: ENG

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 credits of elective credit WRITING 1996 contingent upon completing CWP 1500-1510 with a grade of B or better.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Environmental Science (ENST)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

French Language (FRENCH) — Test: LNF

All students who have previously studied French, regardless of their AP status, need to take the French Placement Exam before enrolling in their first class in the language at WashU. To receive Advanced Placement credit in French for a score of 3 or 4 students must complete a 3000-level course with a grade of B or better.

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credits for FRENCH 1020 and 3 units of credits for FRENCH 2030. Students are likely qualified for FRENCH 3070, but should take the placement exam in any case.
Grade 4	3 units of credits for FRENCH 1020 is awarded, and another 3 units of credits for FRENCH 2030 may be awarded contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 3000-level course–other than conversation—conducted in the language, with a B or better.
Grade 3	3 units of credits for FRENCH 1020 and 3 units of credits for FRENCH 2030 may be awarded contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 3000-level course -other than conversation—conducted in the language, with a grade of B or better.
Grade 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination.

French Literature (FRENCH) — Test: LNF

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credits for FRENCH 1020 and 3 units of credits for FRENCH 2030. Students are likely qualified for FRENCH 3070, but should take the placement exam in any case.
Grade 4	3 units of credits for FRENCH 1020 is awarded, and another 3 units of credits for FRENCH 2030 may be awarded contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 3000-level course–other than conversation— conducted in the language, with a B or better.
Grade 3	3 units of credits for FRENCH 1020 and 3 units of credits for FRENCH 2030 may be awarded contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 3000-level course–other than conversation— conducted in the language, with a grade of B or better.
Grade 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination.

German (GERMAN) — Test: LNG

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for GERMAN 1020 and 3 units for GERMAN 2010; students may enroll in GERMAN 2020.
Grade 4	3 units of credit for GERMAN 1020 is awarded, and another 3 units of credits* for GERMAN 2010 may be awarded contingent upon satisfactory completion of GERMAN 2020 (B- or better).
Grade 3	3 units of credit* for GERMAN 1020 and 3 units* for GERMAN 2010 may be awarded contingent upon satisfactory completion of GERMAN 2020 (B- or better).
Grade 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

*: Students may receive this credit only if they start their language study at GERMAN 2020.

History (HISTORY)

American History — Test: HSA (A grade of 5 on the AP exam can fulfill Introductory course requirements for the history major and minor.)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for HISTORY 1145.
Grade 4	3 units of elective credit for HISTORY 1996.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

European History — Test: HSE (A grade of 5 on the AP exam can fulfill Introductory course requirements for the history major and minor.)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for HISTORY 1010.
Grade 4	3 units of elective credit for HISTORY 1996.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

World History: Modern — Test: HSW (A grade of 5 on the AP exam can fulfill Introductory course requirements for the history major and minor.)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for HISTORY 1146.
Grade 4	3 units of elective credit for HISTORY 1996.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Human Geography

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

Latin (LATIN) — Test: LNL

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of credit for LATIN 1510 and 3 units of credit for LATIN 1520 may be awarded contingent upon completion of LATIN 3010, LATIN 3020, LATIN 3170 or LATIN 3180 with a grade of B or better. Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Mathematics (MATH) — Test: MAB

The Mathematics Department's placement exam is available online. All entering students planning to enroll in a calculus course should take the placement exam available on Canvas at https://wustl.instructure.com/.

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for MATH 1510. Students will be placed into MATH 1520.
Grade 4	Students will be placed into MATH 1520 and awarded a waiver for MATH 1510.* This waiver will be placed onto the student record to show that the student has learned the material and does not have to take MATH 1510 (students should contact their major program about department-specific requirements on math waivers).
Grade 3	Students with scores of less than 4 should consult with their advisors about placement based on the Math Department Placement Test, SAT scores and high school record. It will be helpful to advisors if students bring the title and the author's name of the calculus book they used in high school and a photocopy of its table of contents, indicating which chapters were covered.
Grade 2, 1	No credit awarded. Students will be placed into MATH 1510.

Note: Students entering the Calculus 1510-1520-2130 sequence may be awarded Back Credit for earlier courses in this sequence by successful completion of the next course in the sequence with a grade of C+ or better at Washington University (see the Back Credit policy for details). In all cases, this assumes that the student does not already have credit for the preceding courses (e.g., by transfer from another college or university).

Mathematics (MATH) — Test: MBC

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for MATH 1510 and 3 units of credit for MATH 1520. Students will be placed into MATH 2130. Note: An AB Subscore of 5 will earn 3 units of credit for MATH 1510.
Grade 4	Students will be placed into MATH 2130 and awarded a waiver for MATH 1510 and for MATH 1520.* This waiver will be placed onto the student record to show that the student has learned the material and does not have to take MATH 1520 (students should contact their major program about department-specific requirements on math waivers).
Grade 3	Students with scores of less than 4 should consult with their advisors about placement based on the Mathematics and Statistics Department Placement Test, their SAT scores, and their high school record. It will be helpful to the advisor if the student brings the title and the author's name of the calculus book used in high school and a photocopy of its table of contents, indicating which chapters were covered.
Grade 2, 1	No credit awarded. Students will be placed into MATH 1520.

Music Literature/Listening (MUS) — Test: MUL

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students should take the departmental placement exam.

Music Theory (MUS) — Test: MUT

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students should take the departmental placement exam.

Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology (PNP)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	Waives the PNP 1000 Introduction to Psychology requirement for the Philosophy-Neuroscience-Psychology Major (for both the Cognitive Neuroscience and Language Cognition and Culture Concentrations), but no college credit is awarded.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Physics (PHYSICS)

Physics 1 Test — Test: P1

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of elective credit for PHYSICS 1013. This corresponds to the first semester in a two semester, algebra-based introductory physics sequence. Students who require calculus-based physics for course or major requirements should enroll in PHYSICS 1740 and PHYSICS 1741 in the Fall semester.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Physics 2 Test — Test: P2

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of elective credit for PHYSICS 1014. This corresponds to the second semester in a two semester, algebra-based introductory physics sequence. Students who require calculus-based physics for course or major requirements should enroll in PHYSICS 1742 and PHYSICS 1743 in the Spring semester. Students may not enroll in PHYSICS 1742 without first taking PHYSICS 1740.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

C Test (Mechanics) — Test: PCM

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	4 total units of credit for PHYSICS 1740 (3 credits) and PHYSICS 1741 (1 credit). This corresponds to the first semester in a two semester, calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Students may enroll in PHYSICS 1742, the second semester of this introductory calculus-based physics sequence, in the Spring semester. Physics majors and students interested in an advanced treatment of introductory physics should enroll in PHYSICS 1760 and PHYSICS 1741 in the Fall semester, followed by PHYSICS 1762 and PHYSICS 1743 in the Spring semester.
Grade 4	3 units of elective credit for PHYSICS 1013. This corresponds to the first semester in a two semester, algebra-based introductory physics sequence. Students who require calculus-based physics for course or major requirements should enroll in PHYSICS 1740 and PHYSICS 1741 in the Fall semester.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

C Test (Electricity and Magnetism) — Test: PCE

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	4 total units of credit for PHYSICS 1742 (3 credits) and PHYSICS 1743 (1 credit). This corresponds to the second semester in a two semester, calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Physics majors and students interested in an advanced treatment of introductory physics should enroll in PHYSICS 1760 and PHYSICS 1741 in the Fall semester, followed by PHYSICS 1762 and PHYSICS 1743 in the Spring semester.
Grade 4	3 units of elective credit for PHYSICS 1014. This corresponds to the second semester in a two semester, algebra-based introductory physics sequence. Students who require calculus-based physics for course or major requirements should enroll in PHYSICS 1740 and PHYSICS 1741 in the Fall semester.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Political Science (POLSCI)

American Politics — Test: POA

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of undergraduate credit for POLSCI 1000 may be awarded contingent upon completion of an advanced (3000-/4000-level) course in American politics with a grade of C or better. The credit will not count toward the political science major/minor, but it waives the POLSCI 1000-level requirement.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Comparative Politics — Test: POC

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5, 4	3 units of undergraduate credit for POLSCI 1100 may be awarded contingent upon completion of an advanced (3000-/4000-level) course in comparative politics with a grade of C or better. The credit will not count toward the political science major/minor, but it waives the POLSCI 1000-level requirement.
Grade 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Psychological & Brain Sciences (PSYCH)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	Waives the PSYCH 1000 Introduction to Psychology requirement, but no college credit is awarded.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Research

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

Seminar

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

Spanish Language (SPAN) — Test: LNS

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	All students wishing to enroll in Spanish must take the online placement exam. Class placement is decided solely on the basis of the placement exam and not by AP scores. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Spanish Literature (SAPN) — Test: LNS

All students wishing to enroll in Spanish must take the online placement exam. Class placement is decided solely on the basis of the placement exam and not by AP scores.

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Statistics (SDS) — Test: STA

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of credit for SDS 2020.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

2D Art and Design (ART) — Test: A2D

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of elective credit for ART 1996.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

3D Art and Design (ART) — Test: A3D

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of elective credit for ART 1996.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Drawing (ART) — Test: DRW

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 5	3 units of elective credit for ART 0001.
Grade 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

International Baccalaureate Policy

A maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit may be counted toward any undergraduate degree. These units will count toward graduation but will not meet general education requirements.
Washington University accepts credit for Higher Level (HL) examinations only. Standard Level (SL)* examinations and Extended Essays (EE) will not be considered for credit or listed on student records.
If a student takes a course in residence for which they have already received IB credit, the IB credit will be removed from their student record.

*: The Mathematics Analysis and Approaches (AA) will accept SL-level examinations.

Biology (BIOL)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	6 units of credit for BIOL 1996 (elective credit). Students who plan to major in Biology or who are pre-med normally will enroll in BIOL 2960 during the spring of their first year and BIOL 2970 during the fall of sophomore year.
Grade 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Business & Management

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Chemistry (CHEM)

Those students who receive a 6 or 7 on the IB test in Chemistry will receive 3 units each of CHEM 1030 and CHEM 1040. Receipt of these credits has no bearing on fulfillment of chemistry requirements for pre-medicine or any science major and cannot be used to satisfy pre-requisites for Organic Chemistry. All students who receive a score of 6 or 7 on should enroll in CHEM 1701 rather than CHEM 1601. All students who wish to pursue a Chemistry major must take CHEM 1701 and CHEM 1702 and the associated labs, CHEM 1751 and CHEM 1752. Please note: In certain instances, students may substitute CHEM 1601/ CHEM 1602 for CHEM 1701/ CHEM 1702. Please consult the Chemistry Department’s Director of Undergraduate Studies for details. Students who wish to pursue another major or a pre-professional preparatory curriculum requiring general chemistry must take either CHEM 1601 and CHEM 1602 or CHEM 1701and CHEM 1702 (specific requirements defined by the major program) and the associated labs, CHEM 1751 and CHEM 1752. Students who wish to exempt either the first or second semester of general chemistry, including the labs, must pass a placement exam administered by the Department of Chemistry during the first week of classes in the fall.

Chemistry HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	6 units of credit: 3 units each of CHEM 1030 and CHEM 1040. These units do not replace CHEM 1601, CHEM 1602, CHEM 1701 or CHEM 1702. CHEM 1602 or CHEM 1702 must be completed prior to registration in Chem CHEM 2561 or CHEM 4010 or any advanced courses in Chemistry.
Grade 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Chemistry SL: No credit or placement awarded.

Chemistry EE: No credit or placement awarded.

Classical Greek (GREEK)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

Computer Science (CSE)

Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students should take the the CSE 1301 placement exam. Contact the CSE office at 314-935-6160 for more information.

Design Technology (CSE)

Students who want to confirm their skills can take the online placement exam.

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students should take the the CSE 1301 placement exam. Contact the CSE office at 314-935-6160 for more information.

Economics (ECON)

Economics HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7	3 units of undergraduate general degree credit ECON 1997, contingent upon completion of ECON 4001 with a grade of B or better. Placement into any economics course is permitted (assuming other prerequisites are met); however, bypassing introductory courses may be disadvantageous, and students are strongly encouraged to consult with the department’s Academic Coordinator. Bypassing ECON 1501 and/or ECON 1502 requires the completion of additional economics elective credit for the major/minors in Economics and for the major in Economics + Computer Science.
Grade 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded. Not recommended to bypass ECON 1501 or ECON 1502.

Economics SL: No credit or placement awarded.

Economics EE: No credit or placement awarded.

English Literature (ELIT) and Writing (WRITING)

English A Language and Literature HL, English A Literature HL, English A HL, English A1 HL, English A2 HL, and English B HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7	3 units of elective credit (WRITING 1996) contingent upon completing CWP 1500-1510 with a grade of B or better. Please note that no credit is awarded for writing or literature courses.
Grade 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

English SL: No credit or placement awarded.

English EE: No credit or placement awarded.

French (FRENCH)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Geography

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

German A1, German B (Modern Foreign Languages) (GERMAN)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Greek (GREEK)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

History (HISTORY)

History HL, SL, EE:

American History: No credit or placement awarded.

European History: No credit or placement awarded.

African History: No credit or placement awarded.

Islamic World History: No credit or placement awarded.

South and Southeast Asia History: No credit or placement awarded.

South Asia and Middle East History: No credit or placement awarded.

Italian (ITAL)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Latin (LATIN)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Mathematics (MATH)

Analysis and Approaches (AA) HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	3 units of credit for MATH 1520.
Grade 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Analysis and Approaches (AA) SL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	3 units of credit for MATH 1510.
Grade 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Applications and Interpretations (AI) HL

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	3 units of credit for MATH 1510.
Grade 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Applications and Interpretations (AI) SL: No credit awarded.

Music (MUS)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students should take the departmental placement exam.

Norwegian

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

Philosophy (PHIL)

Philosophy HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	3 units of credit for PHIL 1040.
Grade 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Philosophy SL: No credit or placement awarded.

Philosophy EE: No credit or placement awarded.

Physics (PHYSICS)

Physics HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7	6 units of credit for PHYSICS 1013 and 1014.
Grade 6, 5	3 units of credit for PHYSICS 1013.
4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Physics SL: No credit or placement awarded.

Physics EE: No credit or placement awarded.

Psychological & Brain Sciences (PSYCH)

Psychology HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7, 6	Waives the PSYCH 1000 Introductions to Psychology requirement, but no credit is awarded.
5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No placement or credit awarded.

Psychology SL: No credit or placement awarded.

Psychology EE: No credit or placement awarded.

Russian (RUSS)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Social Anthropology (ANTHRO)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Credit and placement are evaluated on an individual basis by the anthropology department.

Spanish (SPAN)

All students wishing to enroll in Spanish must take the online placement exam. Class placement is decided solely on the basis of the placement exam and not by IB scores.

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Visual/Studio Arts (ART)

Visual Arts HL:

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade 7	3 units of elective credit for ART 0001.
6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1	No credit or placement awarded.

Visual Arts SL: No credit or placement awarded.

Visual Arts EE: No credit or placement awarded.

A-Level (Advanced Level) Tests Policy

A maximum of 15 units of pre-matriculation credit may be counted toward any undergraduate degree. These units will count toward graduation but will not meet general education requirements.
O-Level exams as AS-Level (Advanced Subsidiary) test scores are not eligible for credit.
If a student takes a course in residence for which they have already received A-Level credit, the A-Level credit will be removed from their student record.

Accounting (ACCT)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B, C, D	3 units of accounting elective credit ACCT 1996.

Biology (BIOL)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B	3 units of credit for BIOL 1996

Business Studies (MGT)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B, C, D	3 units of accounting elective credit MGT 1996.

Chemistry (CHEM)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A	3 units for CHEM 1030 and 3 units for CHEM 1040. These units do not replace L07 CHEM 1601, CHEM 1602, CHEM 1701 or CHEM 1702. CHEM 1602 or CHEM 1702 must be completed prior to registration in CHEM 2561 or CHEM 4010 or any advanced courses in Chemistry.
Grade B	3 units for CHEM 1030. These units do not replace CHEM 1601, CHEM 1602, CHEM 1701 or CHEM 1702.

Computer Science (CSE)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students can take the CSE 1301 placement exam. Contact the CSE office at 314-935-6160 for more information.

Economics (ECON)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A	3 units of undergraduate general degree credit ECON 1997 contingent upon completion of ECON 4001 with a grade of B or better. Placement into any economics course is permitted (assuming other prerequisites are met); however, bypassing introductory courses may be disadvantageous, and students are strongly encouraged to consult with the department’s Academic Coordinator. Bypassing ECON 1501 and/or ECON 1502 requires the completion of additional economics elective credit for the major/minors in Economics and for the major in Economics + Computer Science.

English (WRITING)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.

French (FRENCH)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A	3 units for FRENCH 1020 and 3 units of FRENCH 2030.
Grade B	3 units for French 2030 upon successful completion of a 3000-level course with a grade of C+ or better.

German (GERMAN)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Greek (GREEK)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

History (HISTORY)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B	3 units of elective credit for HISTORY 1996.

Latin (LATIN)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Mathematics (MATH)

Mathematics (MATH):

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B	3 units of credit for MATH 1510.

Mathematics (Further) (MATH):

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B	3 units of credit for MATH 1510 and 3 units of credit for MATH 1520.
Grade C	3 units of credit for MATH 1510, and an additional 3 units of credit for MATH 1520 contingent upon successful completion of MATH 2130 with a grade of C+ or better at Washington University.

Music (MUS)

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	Students should take the departmental placement exam.

Physics (PHYSICS)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A	3 units of credit for PHYSICS 1013 and 3 units of credit for PHYSICS 1014.
Grade B	3 units of credit for PHYSICS 1013.

Psychological & Brain Sciences (PSYCH)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A	Waives the PSYCH 1000 Introduction to Psychology requirement, but no credit awarded.

Spanish (SPAN)

All students wishing to enroll in Spanish must take the online placement exam. Class placement is decided solely on the basis of the placement exam and not by A-Level scores.

UG Spanish Seminar

No credit or placement awarded.	No credit or placement awarded. Placement at the appropriate level is determined by departmental examination. Students who place into and complete higher-level courses may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses; see the Back Credit policy for details.

Statistics (SDS)

UG Spanish Seminar

Grade A, B	3 units of credit for SDS 2020.

Back Credit Policy

Students who place into and satisfactorily complete higher-level courses at Washington University may be eligible for Back Credit for preceding courses per the department's review and approval. Credit is not awarded twice if a student has already earned the Back Credit units from transfer credit or AP, IB, or A-Level scores. Placement in the appropriate course is determined by examination.

East Asian Languages

Students may be awarded back credit contingent upon successful completion of the following courses with the grade of B- or better. Native speakers are not eligible for back credit; evidence of secondary or post-secondary study of the language is required.

Chinese (CHINA)

UG Spanish Seminar

CHINA 2011 or CHINA 2012	3 units for CHINA 1512
CHINA 3011 or CHINA 3012	3 units for CHINA 1512 and 3 units for CHINA 2012
CHINA 4021 or CHINA 4022	3 units for CHINA 2012 and 3 units for CHINA 3012

Japanese (JAPAN)

UG Spanish Seminar

JAPAN 2013 or JAPAN 2014	3 units for JAPAN 1514
JAPAN 4013 or JAPAN 4014	3 units for JAPAN 1514 and 3 units for JAPAN 2014
JAPAN 4023 or JAPAN 4024	3 units for JAPAN 2014 and 3 units for JAPAN 4014

Korean (KOREA)

UG Spanish Seminar

KOREA 2017 or KOREA 2018	3 units for KOREA 1518
KOREA 4017 or KOREA 4014	3 units for KOREA 1518 and 3 units for KOREA 2018
KOREA 4027 or KOREA 4028	3 units for KOREA 2018 and 3 units for KOREA 4018

French (FRENCH)

Students may be awarded back credit contingent upon successful completion of the following courses with the grade of B or better. Native speakers are not eligible for back credit; evidence of secondary or postsecondary study of the language is required. No back credit is awarded for FRENCH 1010.

UG Spanish Seminar

FRENCH 2030	3 units for FRENCH 1010
FRENCH 3070	3 units for FRENCH 2030 and 3 units for FRENCH 1020
FRENCH 3080	3 units for FRENCH 3070 and 3 units for FRENCH 2030

Germanic Languages and Literatures (GERMAN)

UG Spanish Seminar

GERMAN 2010	3 units for GERMAN 1020
GERMAN 2020	3 units for GERMAN 1020 and 3 units for GERMAN 2010
GERMAN 3010	3 units for GERMAN 1020 and 3 units for GERMAN 2010
GERMAN 3020	3 units for GERMAN 1020 and 3 units for GERMAN 2010

For students who started German at WashU prior to fall 2021:

UG Spanish Seminar

GERMAN 210D/2100	3 units for GERMAN 102D/1020
GERMAN 301D/3010	3 units for GERMAN 102D/1020 and 3 units for GERMAN 210D/2100
GERMAN 302D/3020	3 units for GERMAN 102D/1020 and 3 units for GERMAN 210D/2100

Greek (GREEK)

UG Spanish Seminar

GREEK 2010	3 units for GREEK 1510
GREEK 3170 or GREEK 3180	3 units for GREEK 1510 and 3 units for GREEK 1520

Italian (ITAL)

UG Spanish Seminar

ITAL 2010	3 units for ITAL 1020
ITAL 3070	3 units for ITAL 2010 and 3 units for ITAL 1020
ITAL 3080	3 units for ITAL 3070 and 3 units for ITAL 2010

Jewish, Islamic, and Middle Eastern Languages

Arabic (ARAB)

UG Spanish Seminar

ARAB 2010 or ARAB 2011	3 units for ARAB 1001
ARAB 3010 or ARAB 3011	3 units for ARAB 2010 and 3 units for ARAB 2011
ARAB 3010 or ARAB 3011	3 units for ARAB 2010 and 3 units for ARAB 2011
ARAB 4051 or ARAB 4061	3 units for ARAB 3010 and 3 units for ARAB 3011

Hebrew (HBRW)

UG Spanish Seminar

HBRW 2010 or HBRW 2013	3 units for HBRW 1002
HBRW 3040 or HBRW 3041	3 units for HBRW 2010 and 3 units for HBRW 2013
HBRW 3140 or HBRW 3150	3 units for HBRW 2010 and 3 for HBRW 2013
HBRW 4010 or HBRW 4020 or HBRW 4030	3 units for HBRW 3040 and 3 units for HBRW 3041

Hindi (HINDI)

UG Spanish Seminar

HINDI 2020 or HINDI 2018	3 units for HINDI 1031
HINDI 3000 or HINDI 3001	3 units for HINDI 2020 and 3 units for HINDI 2018

Urdu (HINDI)

UG Spanish Seminar

HINDI 2050 or HINDI 2051	3 units for HINDI 1061
HINDI 3010 or HINDI 3011	3 units for HINDI 2050 and 3 units for HINDI 2051

Latin (LATIN)

Students may be awarded back credit contingent upon successful completion of the following courses with the grade of B or better at Washington University:

UG Spanish Seminar

LATIN 3010	3 units of credit for LATIN 1510 and 3 units of credit for LATIN 1520
LATIN 3020	3 units of credit for LATIN 1510 and 3 units of credit for LATIN 1520
LATIN 3170	3 units of credit for LATIN 1510 and 3 units of credit for LATIN 1520
LATIN 3180	3 units of credit for LATIN 1510 and 3 units of credit for LATIN 1520

Mathematics (MATH)

Students may be awarded back credit contingent upon successful completion of the following courses with the grade of C+ or better at Washington University:

UG Spanish Seminar

MATH 1520	3 units for MATH 1510
MATH 2801 or MATH 2802	3 units for MATH 1510 and 3 units for MATH 1520
MATH 2130	3 units for MATH 1510 and 3 units for MATH 1520
All other courses	no credit

Russian (RUSS)

UG Spanish Seminar

RUSS 3501or RUSS 3502	3 units for RUSS 2501 and 3 units for RUSS 2502
RUSS 2501 or RUSS 2502	3 units for RUSS 1502

Spanish (SPAN)

Students may be awarded back credit contingent upon successful completion of the following courses with the grade of B or better.* Native speakers are not eligible for back credit; evidence of secondary or postsecondary study of the language is required. Heritage speakers of Spanish may receive Back Credit if evidence is provided of secondary or postsecondary study of the language and certification by the director of undergraduate study in Spanish. All students seeking Back Credit or wishing to enroll in a Spanish class must take the Spanish placement exam first, regardless of previous experience in the language. No back credit awarded for SPAN 101 or SPAN 2023.

UG Spanish Seminar

SPAN 2010	3 units for SPAN 1020
SPAN 2020	3 units for SPAN 2010 and 3 units for SPAN 1020
SPAN 3020 or SPAN 3021	3 units for SPAN 2020 and 3 units for SPAN 2010

*

For students in the old Spanish program only:

SPAN 307D/3070 = 3 units for SPAN 202/2020 and SPAN 201E/2010
SPAN 308E/3080 = 3 units for SPAN 307D/3070 and 3 units for SPAN 202/2020

Note: Back credit for SPAN 307D/3070 can only be used for elective credit; it cannot be used toward a Spanish major or minor.