Germanic Studies B.A.

Earn a B.A. in Germanic Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in Germanic Studies offers a full curriculum, including German language, linguistics, literature, and culture, as well as courses in Dutch, Yiddish, and Norwegian. Faculty members teach at all levels, and class sizes are moderate-to-small. There are many opportunities to work directly with faculty, including our departmental honors program.

Interested in Germanic Studies? Students applying to IU for Fall 2026 should contact the College's recruiting team. Current IU students can speak with their academic advisor.

Is Germanic Studies for you?

The Germanic Studies major attracts students from a variety of backgrounds and interests. They typically have some of the following qualities:

  • Aspire to develop proficiency in German or another Germanic language
  • Interest in the language and culture of Germany or other countries in the Germanic cultural zone (such as Switzerland and Austria)
  • Appreciation for diverse world cultures
  • Affinity for learning new languages and linguistic structures
  • Wish to make overseas study a significant part of their undergraduate education
  • Intellectual curiosity and imagination
  • Desire to learn more about the largest economy in the European Union

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