Mandatory placement exams in English composition and Mathematics are administered to all incoming degree-seeking students.
English
As an American international university, John Cabot attaches special importance to skills in written and spoken English. At the beginning of their education at the University, all students are required to take a sequence of courses in English composition and literature, with the goal of developing the ability to think logically, to communicate accurately and clearly, and to appreciate the beauty and force of the English language, as reflected in its rich literary heritage. These skills will be used and reinforced throughout students’careers at the University, and in life-long learning. An English Composition Placement Examination is given to determine the entry level for each entering student in this important sequence of courses.
Mathematics
For information on the Math Placement Test, please click below:
For a sample test, click:
Math Placement Test - (
answer key) Remember that questions on the actual test might vary within the syllabus.
Italian
If you have already studied Italian and are planning to continue your study of the language, we strongly recommend that you take our online Italian Placement Test before coming to JCU in order to ensure that you register for the appropriate course. If you have never studied the language but have spoken it at home or have lived in Italy, we also recommend that you take the test.
To receive instructions on how to take the online placement test, please email Ms. Livia Piotto (
lpiotto@johncabot.edu).
For information on Italian language courses at JCU, please email the Language Coordinator, Prof. Berenice Cocciolillo (
bcocciolillo@johncabot.edu).
For information on Italian literature, culture, and film courses, please email the Chair of the Dept. of Modern Languages and Literature, Prof. Federica Capoferri (
fcapoferri@johncabot.edu).