National German Exam Committee

The National German Exam (NGE) is a test given annually to German language students across the United States and internationally. The NGE is not meant to be a proficiency assessment but rather an opportunity for students to receive reinforcement and recognition for their accomplishments in the German classroom. Depending upon their score, students can earn certificates, medals, cash prizes, and may even qualify for a scholarship for summer study in Germany. 

The NGE Committee is composed of 12 educators from high schools, colleges, and universities around the country. The Committee is responsible for writing items for the exams and developing the finalized exam forms each year. It usually takes the committee twelve to fifteen sessions averaging three to four hours each to complete the work associated with the exams. In addition to the general working sessions, each committee member spends hours taking care of specific tasks such as answering correspondence, word processing, record keeping. 

Committee members serve on a rotating basis. If you are interested in joining the committee, contact AATG.