Master of Arts for Teachers in German (online)

Learn to teach German with confidence online at IU Southeast

The Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in German at IU Southeast is a fully online program designed for future educators who want to teach German at the secondary level. Whether you’re transitioning into teaching or enhancing your language education background, this degree helps you grow as both a communicator and instructor. 

You’ll deepen your understanding of German language and culture while gaining practical teaching strategies that meet the needs of today’s unique learners, all in a format that fits your schedule.  

Strengthen your German and develop as an educator

This program helps you become a confident, capable German teacher. You’ll study topics like: 

  • Advanced spoken and written German 
  • German literature and cultural studies 
  • Language teaching methods and pedagogy 
  • Classroom technology and student engagement 

You’ll also complete field experiences that connect theory with practice and prepare you for licensure and certification. You’ll graduate prepared to teach with mastery at the middle and high school level in Indiana.  

A flexible degree designed for working professionals

The MAT in German is fully online, making it ideal for working adults, people changing careers, and recent graduates. You’ll receive personalized support from faculty and advisors as you complete coursework and required teaching experiences in your own community. This program is designed to help you meet Indiana state licensure requirements and step confidently into a teaching role. You’ll advance your career as a German teacher in a way that allows you to keep up with your work and life commitments. 

Application and tuition information

Online application

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Scholarships

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Tuition information

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Careers

Graduates of the MAT in German are well-prepared to teach in a range of educational settings. Career paths include: 

  • High school German teacher 
  • Middle school German teacher 
  • Dual-language or immersion program instructor 
  • Online German language educator 
  • Curriculum or instructional specialist 

With strong language skills and teaching credentials, you’ll be ready to inspire students and bring the German-speaking world into your classroom. 

Degree Information

120 Credit hours
Minimum culumulative GPA of 2.0
100% Online

Degree requirements

Please visit the IU Southeast Bulletin website for specific degree requirements.

Kentucky residents

Kentucky students are part of our IU Southeast family. In fact, students from ten Kentucky counties receive in-state tuition through our reciprocity program, students from non-reciprocity Kentucky counties qualify for reduced tuition through our Indiana Partner Program, and all Kentucky students may qualify for the KEES Match Scholarship! Learn more about the advantages of attending IU Southeast, including the lowest four-year tuition rate in the region, staying close to home while you earn your degree, and the unique experience only IU Southeast can offer.

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