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Understanding German opens doors to a culture that has shaped European and Western civilization for over a thousand years, influencing history, economics, arts, and sciences. Today, German-speaking nations boast Europe's most robust economies and are growing more influential in global matters. More Americans trace their heritage to Germany than any other country, with German-speaking immigrants leaving a lasting mark on U.S. history and culture. For more than 100 years, UWMadison has been at the forefront of German studies, supported by exceptional library collections with extensive German-language resources.
Applicant must have high school record should demonstrate both rigor and breadth in the types of course work you pursue. A competitive academic record should show some of the most challenging advanced-level work offered at or through your school in as many areas as possible, while maintaining a strong GPA. The following chart shows the number of years that most admitted students studied in each subject area; English 4 years, Math 4 years, Social Studies 3-4 years, Science 3-4 years, Single Foreign Language 3-4 years and Additional Academic/Fine Arts 2 years. Applicant must have ACT score of 30 and overall SAT score of 1395.
English Language Requirement
Applicant must have TOEFL score of 100 on internet based test, 603 on the paper-based test or IELTS score of 6.5