How to Apply & Requirements

2025-26 Application Deadlines

Early Application Deadline:  December 6, 2024 - Acceptance decisions will be made shortly thereafter. 

Applications submitted after the early application deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis until late May or all spots have been filled.

Spaces may be open for the WN25 term; details will be available in November. If you're interested in applying for the WN25 term please email maxkade@umich.edu.

A separate application to University Housing is required to secure a room in North Quad. Please visit the Housing website for more information. Click here for information on current Housing Rates.

• Complete the equivalent of German 102/103 upon entry into the Max Kade House
• Enrollment in German 310 (W; 5-6 pm) in the fall term and German 312 (W; 5-6 pm) in the winter term
• Attend and participate actively in at least three Max Kade activities each month (Kaffeestunde, Deutschtisch, Filmabend, etc.)
• Demonstrate willingness to communicate in German on a daily basis within the Max Kade community.
• Residents are not required to be fluent in German, or be enrolled in additional German courses, but interest in the German language and culture is a prerequisite.
• Participate actively in the program's running; help organize house events and activities such as game nights, movie nights, and outings.
• Take part in the Adventure Leadership program at the start of the academic year on Saturday, August 26, 4-7 pm.
• Adhere to conditions outlined in the current Community Living at Michigan Standards.