Overview

The faculty members in the German Studies program from Michigan State University embrace an integrated vision of language and cultural studies that prepares students for careers in academia and beyond. Our close-knit program ensures that students receive personalized mentoring in teaching and research as well as in exploring various career options.

MA in German Studies

The MA program is an ideal foundation for advanced graduate studies. It is also well suited for those teaching in the K-12 system as part of their continuing education. Outreach and co-curricular aspects of the program often lead to opportunities for positions in academic or professional contexts. MA students may choose between a comprehensive exam, thesis, or project to complete their degree requirements. See our graduate student page for details on recent projects and theses.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory and Practice of Teaching German

German Literature and Culture: Theory and Practice

Teaching German Language and Culture

The Scholarship and Practice of Teaching German Culture

Linguistic Analysis of Modern German

German Language: Relationships, Developments, and Varieties

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

East Lansing, United States

Disciplines

German and Scandinavian studies View 42 other Masters in German and Scandinavian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be considered for admission to the MA program in German Studies, applicants must:

Submit a 500-word personal statement that addresses the applicant’s goals for pursuing an MA in German at MSU.

Submit a portfolio of representative work in German.
completed a bachelor’s degree in a recognized educational institution, or its equivalent,
completed at least 27 semester credits in approved second-, third-, and fourth-year courses in German language, literature, and culture at the college level,
achieved a 3.00 average in the last two years of the undergraduate program. These courses should include significant experience with the reading and analysis of German texts

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

53220 USD / year

≈ 53220 USD / year
Out-of-State

53220 USD / year

≈ 53220 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

28110 USD / year

≈ 28110 USD / year

Living costs

East Lansing

United States

1000 - 1500 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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MA in German Studies

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Living costs

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Financing

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