Academic English
George Mason University
The Academic English program provides you with top-rated English language instruction and the academic skills to succeed at Mason.
NEW: Academic English 2.0 Our updated Academic English program includes:
- Assured study plan: placement assurance for students with qualifying scores under a year old at program start
- Measured progress: consistent growth at each level (estimated 10 TOEFL/.5 IELTS points per semester)
- Enhanced level transfer: level portability across our US partners
- Academic study plan calculator: add your program and English scores and receive an estimated study plan showing your duration of study
Key Information
Program highlights include:
- Intensive English to prepare for university study
- Academic advising throughout the program
- Small classes of 16 students on average
- Highly-trained and experienced instructors
- Participation in the weekly conversation group, English Corner
Age Requirement
17
Academic Requirements
High school diploma required.English Language Requirements
No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival.Class size
20
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025 Fall Start (August)
Program start date : 18 August 2025 - Program end date: 9 December 2025
- Semester 1 fall: 18 August 2025 - 9 December 2025
2026 Spring Start (January)
Program start date : 12 January 2026 - Program end date: 5 May 2026
- Semester 1 spring: 12 January 2026 - 5 May 2026
2026 Summer Start (May)
Program start date : 13 May 2026 - Program end date: 24 July 2026
- Semester 1 summer: 13 May 2026 - 24 July 2026
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
$ 10,600.00
Approximate cost
$ 10,600.00
Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon