B.A. and B.S.E. French and Spanish majors enroll in FRE/SPA 462 Senior Thesis during their last semester of studies. Students write a research paper in the target language, demonstrating the ability to conduct research, apply a critical perspective, and defend their thesis in a written format. Students present their thesis in a public forum at the end of the semester.

B.S.E. French and Spanish majors must receive a passing score, as determined by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, on the PRAXIS II Examination in French or Spanish. In addition, students must demonstrate oral proficiency in the language of certification at the level of Advanced Low, according to the guidelines established by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Students are responsible for scheduling and paying for an official Oral Proficiency Interview with Language Testing International. Students who are unable to attain the Advanced Low level of oral proficiency will not receive state certification.