Graduate Pathway in Systems Engineering
Students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Systems Engineering are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.
Upon successful completion of an INTO Mason Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your second semester of graduate study at George Mason University. This transition from an INTO Mason Pathway program to a university degree program is called 'progression'.
Degree Program Components
2-Semester:
- 30 credit hour program
- 0-9 credit hours apply from Pathway
- 21-30 credit hours remaining toward degree
1-Semester:
- 30 credit hour program
- 0-3 credit hours apply from Pathway
- 27-30 credit hours (minimum) remaining towards degree
Course features
- Develop your knowledge and skills through active learning in your chosen subject area.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Adapt to studying in the US with a strong focus on study and research skills.
- Improve your English level and develop the vocabulary for your chosen degree subject.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0, PTEA 52, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6, IELA 169, or Duolingo 110 (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 January 2020 | 13 May 2020 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
$21,780 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Password: 6.0 Knowledge and 5.0 Writing, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 5, IELA 162, or Duolingo 55 (before 7/15/19) or 90 (as of 7/15/19) (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 January 2020 | 16 December 2020 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
$37,900 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0, PTEA 52, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6, IELA 169, or Duolingo 110 (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 17 August 2020 | 16 December 2020 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
* |
| 12 January 2021 | 12 May 2021 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Password: 6.0 Knowledge and 5.0 Writing, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 5, IELA 162, or Duolingo 55 (before 7/15/19) or 90 (as of 7/15/19) (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 17 August 2020 | 12 May 2021 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
| 12 January 2021 | 15 December 2021 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0, PTEA 52, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6, IELA 169, or Duolingo 110 (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 January 2020 | 13 May 2020 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
$21,780 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Password: 6.0 Knowledge and 5.0 Writing, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 5, IELA 162, or Duolingo 55 (before 7/15/19) or 90 (as of 7/15/19) (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 January 2020 | 16 December 2020 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
$37,900 |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0, PTEA 52, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6, IELA 169, or Duolingo 110 (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 17 August 2020 | 16 December 2020 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
* |
| 12 January 2021 | 12 May 2021 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL iBT 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Password: 6.0 Knowledge and 5.0 Writing, Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 5, IELA 162, or Duolingo 55 (before 7/15/19) or 90 (as of 7/15/19) (IELA required upon arrival). |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | 4 yr undergrad degree in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with an equivalent of B or better required. 2.75 undergrad GPA |
We are committed to helping talented and ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at George Mason University. We award scholarships for our Pathway programs in amounts that are typically between $1,000 to $18,000 per program per qualified student.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 17 August 2020 | 12 May 2021 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
| 12 January 2021 | 15 December 2021 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Class hours: |
9-13 hours per week |
| Class duration: |
9-13 hours per week |
Where will it take me?
What do I need to progress?
Minimum overall GPA: 3.0. B or better in all course work. No grades of NC or IN permitted; maximum of one grade of W in a first semester major course. Statement of purpose. 2 letters of recommendation.