To major in German Studies students must have previously completed Intermediate German or its equivalent. The entry course for the German major is GRS 301/302 Advanced German Proficiency. All majors should complete this two-semester sequence before taking other courses. Students entering at the Novice Level (101) and wishing to pursue a major in German Studies have the option to test out of the Intermediate German (201, 202), thus gaining a year towards the requirements for the major. For this purpose, tutoring arrangements and/or arrangements for an intensive language course at a German university during the summer can be made. Students interested in pursuing this course should consult with a member of the German faculty and with the academic adviser. A total of eight courses at the 300- or 400-level in the language are required to complete the major. Students are strongly encouraged, however, to continue to take courses in the language throughout the period up to graduation. All majors are required to complete a semester of overseas study in a German-speaking country. A summer program of appropriate length and content may be substituted. Majors are strongly encouraged to study abroad for a full year.

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