The Gerlind Institute for Cultural Studies provides professional university-level educational services. Our vision is to make our programs accessible
to learners from all socioeconomic backgrounds. Therefore, we offer
a sliding scale, assessing and accommodating payments based on your
annual income, or your company’s pay rate, whenever possible.
If your annual income (before taxes) corresponds with the higher end of the sliding scale, you are more likely to pay a higher per hour rate for our services, which are also calculated before taxes. Your payments support our efforts to offer programs for students who cannot afford higher rates and could not otherwise benefit from our services. We trust your honest self-evaluation in determining your fee level and request that you notify us of any adjustments or changes in your income status. We are committed to providing a satisfactory solution for your individual situation.
SLIDING SCALE RATES
INTRODUCTORY
CLASS/ “SCHNUPPERKLASSE” One hour (60 minutes) one-on-one introductory class, includes sample lesson, teaching methodology, student assessment, discussion of your objectives and scheduling: $35.
INDIVIDUAL CLASSES (ONE-ON-ONE) The fastest way to learn German at your own pace and timing, focusing on your specific objectives. Fees are calculated for classes on an ongoing basis (short, intermediate, long, and open-ended terms available).
Individual Classes (one-to-one)
Annual income level
(before taxes) |
Fee per hour |
Under $12,000 |
$35 |
$12,000-20,000 |
$40 |
$20,000-30,000 |
$45 |
$30,000-35,000 |
$50 |
$35,000-40,000 |
$55 |
| $40,000-45,000 |
$60 |
| $45,000-50,000 |
$65 |
|
Individual Classes (one-to-one)
Annual income level
(before taxes) |
Fee per hour |
| $50,000-55,000 |
$70 |
$55,000-60,000 |
$75 |
$60,000-65,000 |
$80 |
| $65,000-70,000 |
$85 |
$70,000-75,000 |
$90 |
$75,000-80,000 |
$95 |
$80,000-85,000 |
$100 |
|
| If your income is over $85,000 it is at your discretion to pay above the sliding scale. |
SMALL CLASSES (MINIMUM THREE STUDENTS ) An effective way of studying German in a small group of highly motivated learners. Classes consist of students with similar skill levels and goals to create a dynamic learning environment.
Small Classes (at least 3 students)
Annual income level
(before taxes) |
Fee per hour |
Under $20,000 |
$20 |
$20,000-30,000 |
$25 |
$30,000-40,000 |
$30 |
$40,000-50,000 |
$35 |
|
Small Classes (at least 3 students)
Annual income level
(before taxes) |
Fee per hour |
$50,000-60,000 |
$40 |
| $60,000-70,000 |
$50 |
| $70,000-80,000 |
$60 |
| $80,000-90,000 |
$70 |
|
| If your income is over $90,000 it is at your discretion to pay above the sliding scale. |
SEMINARS
IN GERMAN/ENGLISH We
offer specialized seminars in different areas of German literature
and cultural studies for groups of three or more students. Seminars
consisting of four two-hour classes cost $160 ($20/hour per
participant), two-hour seminars start at $20 per hour, unless otherwise
noted.
WORKSHOPS
IN GERMAN/ENGLISH We
offer specialized workshops in different areas of German cultural
studies for groups of six or more participants. Workshops vary in length and costs.
KLÖNSCHNACK
and RUNDER TISCH Our
monthly German conversation groups, Klönschnack and
Runder Tisch, are
open to the public. We accept a $5-20 donation, if possible, for
professional moderation and administration of the group.
FILMNACHT Our Filmnacht,
the monthly screening of a Germany-related film followed by a discussion
facilitated by Marion Gerlind. Admission: $5-10. No one turned away
for lack of funds.
SLIDING SCALE TERMS
If you are an employee and your company reimburses you for your German classes, your fees are equivalent to your annual income. The Gerlind Institute accepts cash and personal checks, payable at time of service or in advance. Rates are subject to change. Please be aware of our 48-hour cancellation policy and reschedule classes ahead of time.
Feel free to email or call for more information. |