Graduate Studies
In order to be considered for admission to a graduate program in Modern Foreign Languages and Literatures, all applicants must:
- Complete the Graduate School Application
- Pay the $60 application fee by credit card or electronic check
- Upload the following materials into the Graduate School Application:
- Unofficial transcripts of all prior Undergraduate and Graduate coursework and degree confirmations
- Two (2) Statements of Purpose (about 300 words; one in the target language and one in English)
- Two (2) Writing Samples (one in the target language and one in English)
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (at least two should be academic references)
NOTE: Do not submit transcripts by mail. This will delay the processing of your application.
Coordinator of German Graduate Studies
Dr. Stefanie Ohnesorg
713 McClung Tower
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN 37996
Non-Native English Speaking Applicant Requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English must:
- Submit official TOEFL scores directly from ETS to University of Tennessee (#1843)
OR - Submit official IELTS scores directly from IELTS administrator to Office of Graduate Admissions
