This information is part of the Colgate University catalog, 2025-26.


Minor Requirements

The minor in German literature and culture consists of a minimum of five courses, as described below.

300-level Course

  • At least one 300-level GERM course

400-level Course

  • At least one 400-level GERM course

Electives

  • Three additional GERM courses
    • Must be 200-level or above
    • With chair approval, one German Studies topic course taught in English outside the department may be approved to count toward this requirement

GPA Requirement

University regulations require that a student maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00 in the courses comprising the minor program.


German Department

For more information about the department, including Faculty, the Freiburg study group, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit the  catalog page.