The program is designed for undergraduate students interested in studying German language and culture at the intermediate through advanced levels or political science and culture of Germany in English. The minimum requirements include one year of college-level German (students opting for the English-language track are exempt from the language requirement). All applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0; however, students with a lower GPA may be considered. Non-native English-speaking students must have taken the TOEFL exam within the last two years and earned a composite score of 600+ or have passed the UHM ELI placement exam.

Admission to the program is selective. All applicants for the program will be judged on their academic performance, reasons for wishing to attend the program, flexibility and sensitivity to other cultures, and ability to adjust to a new cultural setting.

Immediately upon acceptance to the program, students are required to pay a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 to ensure a place in the program. The deposit will be applied toward the cost of the program.

Please note that UHM students accepted to the program are required to attend three mandatory pre-departure class sessions totaling 12 hours. Failure to attend will result in students being withdrawn from the program.

APPLICATIONS
A completed Study Abroad Center application, two letters of recommendation, and official transcripts from each college attended must be received by the Study Abroad Center by February 17 in order to receive consideration.