The following language placement tests are available through OSU’s Carmen Platform: Arabic, ASL, Hebrew, Italian, Korean, Latin, Russian, Somali, and Swahili.

Testing Requirements

• A good internet connection. A download speed of at least five MBPS is recommended (or 10MBPS for audio tests). Check your internet speed before proceeding.
• A quiet space to take your exam.
• Browser Capabilities: Before you begin a placement test, please check to see if your browser is supported by Carmen Canvas.
  • Recommended Devices: PC, Mac, tablets, and iPad. You are not permitted to take this exam on a smart phone.
  • If you need a device, you can request an iPad from ODEE by filling out the form. Make sure to select “Request Use of Loaner iPad”. Please be sure to include your shipping
    address in the comments and fill out the form as completely as possible.

Access to the Test

To get access to Carmen Language Test (except ASL) email the CLLC (cllc@osu.edu) from your OSU email with the subject line: "Request for Access to [the language you want to test in] Shell”. Please allow two business days to process your request. Email requests are processed Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm (excluding university holidays).

You will receive an email confirmation with instructions and information on testing. Please read the email
carefully and follow the instructions so that you can complete your test.

Specific Test and Verification Information

Carmen test results may take longer to post as they may require additional verification activities or are graded individually by faculty. If you have questions about your score, reach out to the department contact listed below. If your language requires an additional verification activity, the contact and process is described below. We reserve the right to require verification from any student.