The Global Seal of Biliteracy is an internationally recognized credential that certifies proficiency in two or more languages, enhancing students’ competitiveness in a global job market and encouraging multilingual achievement. Over 450,000 Global Seals have been awarded worldwide, with recipients demonstrating proficiency in over 120 languages. In recent years, the number of certifications has grown by nearly 20%, reflecting an increasing emphasis on language skills as essential tools for cross-cultural communication and professional development.
The Global Seal of Biliteracy serves as a certification of your language skills and can be added to your resume, CV, etc., as a powerful way to highlight your language proficiency skills. The Global Seal can even be added to your LinkedIn by following these easy instructions! By including the Global Seal on your job materials, you demonstrate not only your linguistic abilities but also your commitment to continuous learning and your adaptability in diverse environments—qualities that employers consistently seek.
The Global Seal at Carleton
At Carleton, students can earn the Global Seal of Biliteracy by completing the Avant Assessment STAMP (Standards-Based Measurement of Proficiency) 4S test and achieving a score of 5 or higher in each of the four sections: Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. Based on their scores, students may qualify for the Global Seal at either the Functional Fluency level (score of 5 or higher in all sections) or the Working Fluency level (score of 7 or higher in all sections). Currently, STAMP testing is available to students completing the language sequence (204/205) in Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish. Additionally, the French and Russian departments offer graduating majors and minors the opportunity to take the STAMP test to earn the Global Seal, recognizing their advanced proficiency as they complete their studies.
If you qualify for the Global Seal of Biliteracy, the Language Center will apply for the certification on your behalf and contact you when your physical certificate has arrived. There is no cost to you for this certification.