About the Seal of Biliteracy

Graduating seniors who show strong skills in another language can earn the State Seal of Biliteracy. Students can qualify by earning 4 world language credits through testing or by passing AP or IB language course exams. The Seal recognizes students who can speak, read, and write in English and at least one other language. It celebrates the value of knowing more than one language in today’s world.

What Students Receive

Students who earn the Seal of Biliteracy will receive special acknowledgement after they graduate. They will have the Seal listed on their school transcript, receive an honor cord to wear at graduation, and have the Seal printed on their diploma.

How to Qualify

Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year students earn the Seal of Biliteracy with either the Intermediate and Advanced Seal by qualifying in one of the following ways:

Intermediate Seal of Biliteracy Requirements – Maroon Honor Cord

• Earn 4 credits through language testing in one language
• Earn the minimum Intermediate level passing score
• Earn 4 English language credits and complete all Graduation requirements to earn their diploma.

Advanced Seal of Biliteracy Requirements – Old Gold Honor Cord

• Earn Advanced scores in one language other than English
• Or Earn Intermediate scores in at least two languages other than English with 4 credits from language testing in both languages.
• Earn 4 English Language Arts credits and complete all graduation requirements to earn their diploma.

Scores are determined by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

View the World Language Credit Program video to get inspired!