Are there any courses available for learning German for study abroad purposes?
Yes, providers such as IES Abroad, CIEE, and USAC run semester or summer German programs in Berlin and Munich for all levels. Language schools like GLS Campus Berlin and Alpadia offer intensive courses, while TestDaF, DSH, and Goethe Zertifikat prep courses help you meet university language entry requirements.
You have several structured options for learning German specifically to prepare for study abroad, ranging from short immersive summer programs to formal university pathway courses. Choosing the right one depends on your current level and whether your end goal is a semester exchange or full enrollment at a German speaking university.
Types of German Study Programs
| Provider Type | Examples | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| University sponsored / third party | IES Abroad, CIEE, USAC, Middlebury School | Structured semester or summer programs in Berlin, Munich, Heidelberg |
| Direct university exchange | Junior Year in Munich at LMU | North American upper level undergraduates seeking full immersion |
| Dedicated language schools | Alpadia, GLS Campus Berlin, Sprachenatelier | Intensive general language courses and gap year study |
| University pathway and exam prep | TestDaF, DSH, Goethe Zertifikat, telc courses | Bridging the language gap required for a German degree program |
Funding for Your Language Study
The DAAD German Academic Exchange Service runs a University Summer Course Grant that provides scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students to attend intensive language and cultural courses in Germany, which can meaningfully offset your costs while you prepare.
My Advice
Decide first whether you are studying German for a short exchange or as a requirement for full degree admission, since that determines whether a summer immersion program or a formal TestDaF or DSH prep track is the better use of your time and budget.
Looking for a specific course in Germany?
We will find the universities that offer it, and whether you will get in.
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