Declare Major/Minor

Please follow these steps to get help from an advisor.

I want to take a language class, but I'm not sure which course is right for me. What should I do?
Please email world-languages@sjsu.edu to request a placement exam. In your email, indicate the language test you would like to take and will receive a test link in a seperate email.

I am interested in declaring a language major or minor. What is my next step?

Step 1: Learn about the requirements

Visit the Programs page to learn about the requirements for the major or minor.

Step 2: Determine which course to start in

Email world-languages@sjsu.edu to request a placement exam. In your email, indicate the language test you would like to take and will receive a test link in a seperate email.

 
Step 3: Start paperwork

Find your advisor from the advising page and use the link to visit them during Office Hours. 

I have already declared a language major or minor and need to speak with an advisor.

Please have the following items ready when you speak with an advisor:

1. MyProgress report (How to access MyProgress report)
2. Copy of unofficial transcript (How to view unofficial transcript)