Modern language classes focus on language proficiency and deepening understanding
of the culture. Becoming fluent in another language can open a door of possibilities
in your career and in your personal life. By studying another language, you can learn
more about your own native language and culture. Bilingual job candidates are more
competitive in the workplace because of their fluency and keen insight into other
cultures.
If you’re planning on studying a modern language or closely related field at a 4-year
institution, you can start with us and:
Develop fluency and confidence in another language
Earn an associate degree and prepare to transfer to a 4-year institution
We’re your first step in preparing to transfer for a degree.
Our language classes can help you meet the language requirement for some B.A. degrees.
Transfer to a 4-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree in modern languages.
We offer credit by proficiency examination for Spanish 101, 102 and 201. Students
interested in taking proficiency examinations for these courses should inquire at
Student Services (C2100) for more information. The non-refundable cost for each exam
is $15 per semester hour. Students receiving a grade of C, a score of 70% or higher
on a proficiency exam are awarded three credit hours for the corresponding course.
Many of our modern language courses are online so you can learn on your time.
Like most colleges and universities, Kish has a series of 100-level and 200-level
courses in Spanish. These courses cover all the grammatical structures and much of
the high-frequency and topical vocabulary students need for effective communication.
These courses also teach culture and provides students the opportunity to improve
communicative competence in the language through intensive practice with the various
communicative functions of language.
Early planning for a modern language degree can make a difference.
Students thinking about transferring after Kish to pursue a degree in modern languages are
encouraged to speak with their academic advisor as early as possible.
The Aspen Institute named Kishwaukee College as one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The 200 colleges were selected based on their student outcomes data, including retention, completion, transfer and bachelor’s degree attainment rates. Started in 2010, this is the ninth cycle of the Aspen Prize.
Kishwaukee College will offer five Short-Term programs during the Spring 2026 semester. Kish Short-Term programs provide students with the expertise needed to meet local workforce demands. The programs range from 11-15 weeks, allowing students to start a career immediately or build on skills with additional training.