Adult Classes Overview

We offer German classes on all levels of proficiency from beginners to advanced learners. We have conversation classes for students who want to practice speaking. We have regular classes focusing on all skills (speaking, writing, reading, listening). We also prepare students in the summer for Goethe Institute exams levels A1-A2-B1-B2 that can be taken in the Fall at OSU in Corvallis, Oregon. Let us know if any questions.

Language Proficiency Levels 

Our classes and their learning outcomes are aligned with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) proficiency.  Refer to language levels at this website.

Calendar & Info

Adult classes follow the OSU academic calendar – 3 terms / each 10 weeks, plus summer term.

  • Summer 2026; 5 weeks term July 27 – Aug. 28. Registration Open
  • Fall 2026; Sept. 21 – Dec. 4 (Dec. 5 – 9*) Registration Open
  • Winter 2027; Jan. 4 – Mar. 12 (Mar. 13 – 17*)
  • Spring 2027; Mar. 29 – June 4 (Jun. 5 – 9*)
    * Make-up week if needed.

Textbooks: 

This is a general list. Not all books are used for each class!
Berliner Platz Neu 1-3; Deutsch Grammatik Leicht A1- B1; Rankin Grammatik, & selected materials; English Grammar for Students of German (highly recommended). See each course description or contact us for more information.

Notes:

  1. Classes limited to max. 10 (zoom 7) students.
  2. Required books can be received by the school.
  3. In-person classes may meet in zoom only when necessary.
  4. Conversational assistant available in all classes with 4+students.
  5. Library access available for further reading .
  6. See calendar overview for additional events and activities.
  7. Early Bird and Sibling/Family Discounts available.

Page updated 6/12/2026