Steps for Taking the Spanish placement test (WebCAPE)

The Spanish placement test is offered online through WebCAPE. Tests can be taken at any time, from anywhere.  The WebCAPE exam will cost $10 which is due prior to the start of your exam. 

  1. Go to WebCAPE and fill out the web form.  Be sure to select "University of Washington Tacoma" as your organization and provide your full name.  (It is not required, but you may choose to take this test on a computer in the Office of Undergraduate Edcuation.  To do so, you must schedule an appointment by emailing ouetests@uw.edu.)
  2. Pay the $10 test fee.
  3. Take the exam.
  4. Save your score report
  5. Discuss placement results with your academic advisor or request enrollment for the course you were placed into. Make sure to include a copy of your score report with your request. Questions can be sent to siasadv@uw.edu.