The German Department at the University of Pittsburgh is an officially authorized testing center by the Goethe Institut. We typically offer examinations at the A2, B1, B2, and C1 levels. These exams are designed to demonstrate proficiency in German and are recognized all over the world.

We are planning our next testing date in Spring 2024. Please check this page again in Fall 2023 for a precise date and updated price list.

Fees in Fall 2022:

For students at the University of Pittsburgh, CMU, or Mt. Lebanon HS:

A2: $120, B1: $140, B2: $150, C1: $160

For everyone else:

A2: $180, B1: $200, B2: $220, C1: $250 

For sample tests and to find out more about the format and other details of the exams, please go here: https://www.goethe.de/ins/us/en/sta/ney/prf.html

For questions, please email Prof. Viktoria Harms, vih16@pitt.edu.