Minimum 3.0 GPA, good academic standing. Priority is given to students who will have taken German in the semester preceding their anticipated study in Germany. Immediately after arrival in Berlin, students participate in a three-week orientation session which introduces them to the city of Berlin, the IES program, and student life in the city. Students must enroll in a German language course, in addition to three or four area studies courses. All courses are taught in German.
Internships are also available.
Course-related field trips to Central and Eastern Europe. Generally, meals are not included in the housing arrangements and are not prepaid in the program fee. Students normally prepare their own breakfast and dinner at their apartment. On weekdays, an inexpensive lunch can be taken at the university cafeterias. Program fee is subject to change.