• Speaking German will allow student to communicate with over 100 million individuals worldwide.
  • English is a Germanic language, which explains the rich number of cognates; these cognates make German relatively accessible, for example, apple and Apfel, water and Wasser, better and besser, salt and Salz.
  • Students who know a second language display enhanced cognitive capacities, including pattern recognition, problem solving, flexibility, and creativity.
  • Germany has extensive and attractive student and faculty exchanges with the U.S. and invests greatly in support of Americans studying in Germany.
  • Notre Dame has unusually high levels of grant support for summer experiences in Germany.
  • The German Department and the German Club offer a wide array of cultural and social activities, which allow you to get to know your fellow majors as well as faculty members in a relaxed and friendly environment.