Bachelor of German at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

United States of America, Lincoln

University Rank:#711

International students can study the German at University of Nebraska-Lincoln at its main campus in Lincoln , United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of German

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures offers courses in Arabic, German, Japanese, the Romance Language group (French, Spanish), and the Slavic group (Czech, Russian). Whenever possible, the courses are conducted in the language that is studied. The aim of instruction is reading, writing, aural and oral proficiency, and an understanding of the life, literature, and culture of the country. Lectures and films in the language studied are offered during the school year for the benefit of the students in the department. Language laboratories supplement classwork.

Incoming students who wish to enroll in French, Spanish, and German are required to take a placement examination. The examination results will be used in combination with advising to determine appropriate placement in the sequence of courses offered within the department's curriculum. Exams are administered in the language laboratory (304 Burnett Hall). Students who wish to begin the study of a new language other than those previously studied should enroll in the 101 level and do not need to take a placement exam.

Education Abroad

Students may receive full credit at the University of Nebraska for education abroad programs in many countries such as Costa Rica, France, Germany, Spain, Russia, Japan, and the Czech Republic. See http://educationabroad.unl.edu for a guide to these programs.

Program Assessment. Across programs, majors and minors in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures acquire a range of intercultural, communicative, intellectual, and practical skills that can enrich their lives and prepare them for productive and meaningful experiences and careers. In order to maintain the effectiveness of its programs, the Department regularly assesses learning outcomes. As part of this assessment, the Department measures the level of achievement of ACE 10 learning outcomes. In addition, majors in the Department are evaluated according to internationally recognized standards set forth by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and other specific institutional measures that follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Assessment of majors can also include a portfolio, an exit interview, exit surveys, and other forms of testing. Results of participation in this assessment activity will in no way affect a student's GPA or graduation.

Graduates of German will be able to:

Perform advanced German grammar: the spontaneous production of grammatically correct German in both written and spoken form–ideally attaining advanced-mid on the ACTFL proficiency scale.
Grasp German stylistics: the ability to produce written and spoken German in the style appropriate to the context and the targeted audience.
Grasp the workings of German culture and cultural history: the ability to discuss complex literary and cultural expressions at a sophisticated level, and producing, demonstrating, and defending definable arguments.
Perform proper research methodology: the ability to locate and make productive use of secondary sources, to frame an argument by means of an effective structure.

Graduates of German will be able to:

Perform advanced German grammar: the spontaneous production of grammatically correct German in both written and spoken form–ideally attaining advanced-mid on the ACTFL proficiency scale.
Grasp German stylistics: the ability to produce written and spoken German in the style appropriate to the context and the targeted audience.
Grasp the workings of German culture and cultural history: the ability to discuss complex literary and cultural expressions at a sophisticated level, and producing, demonstrating, and defending definable arguments.
Perform proper research methodology: the ability to locate and make productive use of secondary sources, to frame an argument by means of an effective structure.

Disciplines

Arts & Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of German at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Entry Requirements

Application Fee

There is a $45 application fee payable online with a credit card.

Deadlines

Summer/Fall – May 1

Spring – December 1

Additional Documents

In addition to the online application, International First-Year students are required to submit:

Final secondary school transcript, preferably officially signed and stamped by a principal of secondary school
Secondary school certificate/diploma
English proficiency scores
Bank statement
Passport copy

English Proficiency Deadlines

To be fully-admitted, you must meet English proficiency by the following deadlines:

Fall Term – July 15

Spring Term – December 1

Summer Term – May 1

Thanks for your interest in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln! All admissions materials are to be uploaded via MyRED to complete your application.

You can contact the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to apply for admission by yourself. You are not required to use an agent to apply for admission or enroll at the University of Nebraska. If you chose to use someone to assist you in applying for admission or enroll for classes, that is your responsibility.

Completed Coursework Requirements

A broad section of course work in English
Native language courses
Math
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers must submit an IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo score demonstrating proficiency in English. Contact your IELTS testing center or TOEFL to have your official scores sent directly to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

If you do not meet proficiency requirements, you can still be offered conditional admission.

For more detailed information, see the English Proficiency requirements on this page.

ACT/SAT Requirements

ACT/SAT tests are not required for admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln but may be required for entry into specific colleges.

Colleges that require ACT/SAT scores:

College of Architecture
College of Engineering

Bank Statement Requirements

In order to be issued I-20, you must submit a bank statement to your MyRED account to show sufficient support for the first year of study.

You will still be evaluated for admission without submitting the bank statement, but admission letters and I-20s will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been met.

Statements must include:

Student's name
NUID Number

NOTE: Scholarship letters can be used in place of bank statements.

Items not Required

Letters of recommendation and essays are NOT required for admission.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of German

The following represents a sample of the internships, jobs and graduate school programs that current students and recent graduates have reported.

Transferable Skills

Communicate confidently and appropriately with individuals of different cultures
Develop a strong awareness of self and others
Gain global perspective and high levels of intercultural awareness
Contextualize political, social, and historical events
Listen actively and facilitate individual and group communication
Evaluate the interrelatedness of events and ideas
Examine problems from multiple perspectives
Express ideas creatively
Interpret, compare, and contrast ideas
Offer empathetic, sensitive, and patient interactions with others

Jobs of Recent Graduates

Account Executive, 93.7 The Ticket - Lincoln NE
Writer, Political Communication Firm - Lincoln NE
Project Coordinator, University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln NE
First Grade Teacher, Elkhorn Public Schools - Omaha NE
2nd Lieutenant, United States Marine Corps - Quantico VA
Intern, Madison 56'ers - Madison WI
Junior Researcher, The Albanian Institute for International Studies - Tirana, Albania
Judicial clerk, Judge Riley-8th Circuit - Omaha NE
Typesetter and E-Book Creator, University of Nebraska Press - Lincoln NE
Deputy County Attorney, Dawson County Attorney's Office - Lexington NE
More...
- Government Relations Intern, American Society of Hematology - Washington, DC
- Congressional Intern, Congressman Brad Ashford - Washington DC
- Financial Services Officer, Sacs Federal Credit Union - Omaha NE
- Student Naval Flight Officer, United States Navy - Pensacola FL
- Intelligence Analyst, BAE Systems/R2G - McLean VA

Internships

Social and Media Intern, Nebraska Domestic Violence Sexual Assault Coalitio - Lincoln NE
Management Intern, Whispering Pines Bed and Breakfast - Nebraska City NE

Graduate & Professional Schools

Master's Degree, Modern Languages & Literature, University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln NE
Master's Degree, Teacher Education in German , University of Nebraska - Lincoln - Lincoln NE
Juris Doctorate, Harvard University - Cambridge MA
Master's of Modern Languages & Literature, University College Dublin - Dublin, Ireland
Ph.D., Sociology , University of North Carolina -
Master's Degree, Linguistics, University of Potsdam - Germany
Master's Degree, Public Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha NE
Master's Degree, Museum Studies, North Carolina State University - Raleigh NC
Bachelor's Degree, Nursing, Creighton University - Omaha NE
Juris Doctorate, Ohio State University - Columbus OH
More...
- Master's Degree, German and German Pedigogy , University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln NE

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of German at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Application Fee 45

How to Apply for Bachelor of German at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Review the materials you'll need before starting an application. Complete the application online. You can also apply through the Common App.

Check Your Application Status

Check MyRED to check your application status and verify all documents have been submitted to complete your application.

Pay Enrollment Deposit

Once you're admitted, pay the $250 enrollment deposit to reserve your place at Nebraska.

Enrollment Deposit

All First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students in the Intensive English Program, who have received notification of their admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln pay the $250 Enrollment Deposit.

What is the Enrollment Deposit?

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln requires a $250 Enrollment Deposit to be paid by the deadlines below to finalize your admission and secure your space in the incoming class.

Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

The Enrollment Deposit is not a new fee. The $250 deposit applies directly toward students' first expenses at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, such as orientation programs and more.

Who is Required to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

The Enrollment Deposit is required for all new First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students enrolling in the Intensive English Program, who are admitted.

Why Do I Need to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

The Enrollment Deposit :

Allows the University to more effectively plan for class offerings and student resources in preparation for your arrival.
Provides an incentive for students to actively consider their college choice on an appropriate timeline, which increases their selection in housing, New Student Enrollment dates and classes.
Allows the University to more accurately report new student class data as part of the budgeting process.

Refund

The Enrollment Deposit is fully refundable prior to the deposit deadlines below:

Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

If a student chooses not to attend the University and did not request a refund on or before the deadline, the student forfeit's the full amount of their Enrollment Deposit.

To request a refund, please email the Office of Admissions.

Requesting Reinstatement

Admitted students who do not pay the deposit prior to the deadline forfeit their admission and aid. Students may request reinstatement by sending a letter to the admissions committee at:

University of Nebraska–Lincoln Admissions Committee
1410 Q St
Lincoln, NE 68588-0417

OR email the committee at: [email protected]

Reinstatement of admission cannot be guaranteed.
Reinstatement of federal, state, and university aid is not guaranteed.
Please indicate in the circumstances surrounding your late payment in your reinstatement request.

NOTE: The Enrollment Deposit is not waived under any circumstance. The Enrollment Deposit is Non-Transferable.

Obtain I-20

After you are notified of your admission status, we will email instructions about obtaining your I-20 or visa.

Obtain I-20

If you need an I-20 and F-1 student visa to study at Nebraska, submit the following:

A bank statement showing the support that is greater than or equal to the cost of attendance for the program. In addition, be sure:

It includes the name of the account holder in English.
Is printed on official bank letterhead.
You write your NU ID # on the top of the bank statement.
It is signed and stamped as official by a bank representative.
Statement must be dated and be no older than 1 year old.
Statement must include a currency type.

You may also submit a scholarship letter that indicates support from a government or private scholarship. This letter must include:

Your name.
An outline of expenses the scholarship will cover.

Submit the bank statement and scholarship letter to your MyRED account.

SEVIS Transfer

If you are currently studying at a high school or university in the United States you may transfer your SEVIS record to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Transferring your SEVIS record allows you to maintain your current record and obtain a University of Nebraska–Lincoln I-20 which can be used to obtain a new student visa if traveling overseas prior to your enrollment at Nebraska.

When you have been admitted to Nebraska and are ready to transfer, contact the international advisor at your previous institution and ask to have your SEVIS record released to Nebraska. Our institution code is: OMA214F00217000.

Sign Housing Contract

After you pay your enrollment deposit, you can sign up for on-campus housing through MyRED.

Complete New Student Enrollment

NSE is a required student orientation program.

Submit English Proficiency Scores

If you're conditionally-admitted, you may submit English proficiency scores up until your term's deadline to become fully-admitted.

Prepare for Arrival

There are a few health requirements to complete and prepare for before you arrive on campus.

Pre-Enrollment Health Requirements & Information

All incoming students must submit the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement Form through MyRED.

In addition, all international students must complete the following health requirements at the University Health Center:

Provide proof of two rubeola/measles MMR immunizations or positive rubeola lab result
Undergo a tuberculosis test

For students who have the University of Nebraska's StudentBlue Insurance Plan, the cost of the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement is covered 100%.

Health Insurance

The University will automatically enroll all international students (F1 and J1) in StudentBlue Health Insurance.
You may waive the insurance plan if you show documentation of a comparable medical insurance plan. Proof consists of a plan in your name and the document must be in English.
Deadline to waive the health insurance is the 14th day of class each semester.

Meningococcal Vaccine

Meningococcal disease is a rare infection with potentially devastating results. The vaccine is recommended for first year students living in university residences but is not required by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Once you get to Lincoln...

International Orientation is a required event for all new international students when you arrive on campus.

Bachelor of German at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

United States of America, Lincoln