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@kat.in.the.shat
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 • 2 years ago •
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Are there any awards or certifications I can pursue for my fluency in Russian?
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I am currently a French student who will take AP French and the French Seal of Biliteracy exam next year, as a senior. While I consider myself intermediate in French and the subject is easy for me, I also happen to be fluent in Russian. Is there any sort of similar certification/award I could pursue for my proficiency in a third language? I have not taken any Russian courses or exams, it's just my family's native language.

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@AlexanderOddo
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965 answers, 641 votes
 • 2 years ago

I recommend taking an ACTFL Russian proficiency test. You can take these exams online with providers such as LTI. This is the closest thing available to an AP test or high school certificate for Russian, and what's nice about it is that it is recognized by employers. Удачи!

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[🎤 AUTHOR]@kat.in.the.shat2 years ago

Thank you so much! Will all my options be this expensive at a combined nearly $500 to take all the LTI tests, or are there providers out there who have cheaper alternatives? Or, do I only have to take one of the tests to get certified?

@AlexanderOddo
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2 years ago [edited]

My apologies, I should have explained this more clearly! For the college admissions process and the general job market, you can just take the Oral Proficiency Interview for $165. You will not need to get the official certificate for $20, since colleges will take your word that you passed. One thing to note is that you will likely have to take university proficiency tests in Russian and French to place into advanced classes, regardless of your AP exam score and LTI.

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