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The University of Illinois at Chicago's Department of Germanic Studies offers the Master of Arts degree and the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Germanic Studies. Doctoral students may specialize in the fields of Film Studies, Jewish Cultural Studies, Black Studies, Central and Eastern European Studies, Gender and Women’s Studies, or Literature and Culture.

Capstone course with focus on research in a variety of areas under the umbrella of German Studies. Individual research projects and focused analysis of visual, written and oral texts. Advanced training in German language skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Translation Theory

The City as Cultural Focus

Gender and Cultural Production

Teaching Second Language Literacy and Cultural Awareness

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

32 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Baccalaureate Field No restrictions. A substantial background in German literature or culture is expected, as is proficiency in written and spoken German.

Letters of Recommendation (in English) Three required from persons familiar with the applicant’s academic work.

Personal Statement Required; 250 words. The statement should address the applicant’s purpose and goals.

Other Requirements Applicants must submit a sample of their academic writing. Applicants must also take part in an interview (face-to-face or via web conferencing) prior to admittance.

Nondegree Applicants Nondegree applicants must submit a transcript from their baccalaureate institution.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27306 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27306 USD / year

≈ 27306 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

13102 USD / year

≈ 13102 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 USD / month

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