The Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy is awarded to graduating students that demonstrate fluency in English and another language. A seal is placed on the student's transcripts and diploma, and students can receive college credit from Illinois state universities.
To qualify for the Illinois State Seal of Biliteracy, students need qualifying scores in both English and the second language. Scores include an English ACT composite score of 21 (or ELA score of 20 if the written portion of the ACT was completed), or SAT score of 480 or higher for the English component. For the second language, a score of Intermediate High or higher is required on the second language exam.
Students that earn Intermediate Low on all portions of the second language test qualify for the State Commendation in Biliteracy. The Commendation award in a second language can be shared with employers and universities to show a student's skill, but does not normally result in college credit.
Exams take approximately 4 hours to complete, and test second language skills in writing, reading, listening, and speaking. Juniors & Seniors with second language experience are invited to register and test.
Registration must be completed by October 11, 2024.
Seal of Biliteracy information and registration information can be found here.