German

Major, Minor

Why choose a German major from CMU?

A major or minor in German gives you the skills to join the global conversation. In the classroom, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the language and culture of Germany. Beyond the classroom, you'll have opportunities to network and practice your German with extracurriculars like Stammtisch Conversation Hour. You'll also have the chance to dive into German culture and history by studying abroad in Berlin, Luneburg or another German city for a summer, a semester or an entire year. 

Your degree will give you an advantage when it comes to the job market. Germany is the largest foreign employer in Michigan, including companies like Volkswagen, Daimler, Bosch, Bayer Agriculture and Siemens. Germany is the 4^th largest investor and employer in the U.S. economy and our 5^th largest trading partner. A German major is excellent preparation for careers in teaching, research, marketing, business, international relations, social work and more.

German program highlights

As a German student at CMU, you’ll gain:

• Global career prep: Pair a German major with another degree, such as international business, international relations, engineering or music to stand out as a job candidate and take your career global.
• Study abroad opportunities: Immerse yourself in German language and culture by studying abroad for a summer or semester with our curated programs in Berlin or Lüneburg.
• Extensive scholarships: Access to a large number of scholarships ranging from financial assistance on-campus and to study abroad, as well as to prestigious national scholarships such as the Fulbright, CBYX or Boren.
• Advising and mentoring by German faculty: Receive personalized instruction and individual mentorship from dedicated German faculty in a small program.
• Engaging extracurriculars: Get involved in German extracurriculars, such as Stammtisch Conversation Hour, the German Christmas Songfest, hiking day and excursions like visiting the Holocaust Memorial.