German Minor

Immerse yourself in the language and culture of the European Union's most populous nation while building skills highly sought after by future employers. Students in our German minor develop functional communication skills and a solid understanding of German-speaking contexts and cultures.

Through our program, you will develop a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you. Our small class sizes ensure close faculty-student contact and a strong sense of community. Take advantage of Chico State's award-winning study abroad opportunities at one of several universities in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland while earning credits toward your degree.

Skills That Will Boost Your Resume

A German minor is a great way to open doors for yourself. It's a strong addition to any major and gives you an edge in today's job market in a variety of fields, including education, business, law, health care, and government.

Skills you will build include:

• Cultural competency
• Group work and collaboration
• Public speaking and presentation
• Reading
• Written and oral communication

Open the Door to Diverse Career Paths

Chico State is one of the few universities in the California State University system to offer a robust German program. This gives you a rare opportunity to pair your major with a minor that gives you a skill set coveted by employers across industries. Our alumni are currently working as editors, consultants, legislative directors, and managers for companies in Washington, DC, Germany, Switzerland, and California.

Majors that pair well with this minor include:

• Business Administration
• Communication Studies
• Journalism
• Liberal Studies
• Political Science
• Public Administration