German Language Certificate - German for Professional Purposes

The Certificate in German Studies offers students a significant level of language and cultural competence and requires at least 18 credits. It prepares students for international careers, internationally recognized proficiency exams (Zertifikat Deutsch als Fremdsprache and Zertifikat Deutsch fur den Beruf) and internship programs in German-speaking countries. Students can tailor their course selection according to their interest in German language and culture or the German Professional world. Two tracks are available.

Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR). Original or certified, official secondary school records from grades 9-11 (transcripts, marksheets, certificates, examination results, etc.) and any national/state examination results required in your country. SAT or ACT Results (if applicable) For the Pittsburgh campus, a 100 or higher TOEFL composite score with subscores of 21 or higher is considered competitive, a 7.0 IELTS with subscores of 6.0 or higher, or a 120 or higher Duolingo score. Applicants are reviewed holistically, however, and those with a 95-99 TOEFL and a solid academic record will be given strong consideration in the admissions process for the Pittsburgh campus.