Overview

All students who major in German Studies at the ‘Berg spend their junior year at The Ruprecht Karl University of Heidelberg in Germany, one of the most prestigious universities in the world. It’s an opportunity not only to hone your language skills, but to immerse yourself in the rhythms of everyday life in the culture where the language is spoken.

Because most of the German Studies major requirements are completed during the year abroad, there is plenty of time during your remaining years on our campus in Ohio to complete a second major in another discipline that interests you.

We also offer a minor in German. Small classes on our home campus provide a welcome opportunity for lots of interaction between you, your professor and your classmates. Are you new to the German language? Don’t worry. Heidelberg University’s program is designed for students from all ability levels.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Preparation for Study Abroad

German Portfolio

Cultural Anthropology

Literary Genres

World Civilizations

Literature and Fine Arts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Heights, United States

Disciplines

German and Scandinavian studies View 318 other Bachelors in German and Scandinavian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online application online or through the Heidelberg website

Copy of your passport

Copy of your secondary school (high school) records

Proof of English language proficiency

ACT/SAT test scores (optional)

Personal statement and recommendation letters (optional)

From U.S. schools, the transcript must be an official copy mailed to Heidelberg directly, or delivered in a sealed envelope.

From schools outside the U.S., students must submit their records to a NACES-approved credential evaluation service for a course-by-course evaluation.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

34183 USD / year

≈ 34183 USD / year
Out-of-State

34183 USD / year

≈ 34183 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

34183 USD / year

≈ 34183 USD / year

Living costs

University Heights

United States

1099 - 1813 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

University Heights

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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