Section 13.4 Language Proficiency

Language Proficiency

While the language of instruction at Concordia is English, most assignments and examinations may be submitted in French. Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate language proficiency prior to their admission to Concordia.

Proof of proficiency in English must be provided by achieving an appropriate score on an approved standardized test. Some students may be exempt from pre-admission English tests if they have completed a curriculum with a strong emphasis on the English language.

For information on the minimum scores required, please consult concordia.ca/ugrad-elp. Test results must be reported directly to the Admissions Application Centre by the test centre. Results more than two years old will not be accepted as proof of language proficiency. In all cases, the University reserves the right to require a proficiency test if it is deemed necessary.