Why study finance at George Mason University?
If you want to work in finance or accounting, Washington DC is the place to be. That's where the headquarters of some of the most important global financial institutions are located like The World Bank and The International Monetary Fund.
- When studying for your finance degree at Mason, you will learn about risk, how to evaluate and manage it. You will also be prepared to provide your future company with a strong financial analysis as well as detailed research valuing assets, securities and firms.
- GMU is a Top 50 KPMG recruiting partner, one of the big four US accounting organizations.
- Accounting and finance graduates can be founded working for leaders in finance such as Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan Chase or PwC.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
- Undergraduate Transfer Program
- Graduate Pathway
- Graduate Degree (Direct Entry)
English course
Leads to: University preparation program or degree
Typical entry requirements: High school diploma required
Length of course: From 1 semester
- Improve your languages skills while adapting to the US culture.
- Prepares your for university study in the US.
International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus high school diploma, GPA 2.3 out of 4.0
Length of course: 1 semester
- Begin earning credits toward your degree, even if you don't meet the requirements for direct entry.
- Receive additional support to successfully complete the first semester or year of your bachelor's program.
- Graduate in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
Undergraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.5, plus high school diploma or undergraduate degree, GPA 3.0 out of 4.0
Length of course: 4 years
- Enter the university as a degree-seeking student who meets the academic and English language requirements for their degree program.
Undergraduate Transfer Program
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.5, plus minimum 30 college credits, GPA 2.3 out of 4.0
Length of course: 2 semesters
- Transfer college or university-level credits from previous courses.
- Receive an estimate of transferable credits towards your degree before you start your program.
- Additional academic, language and cultural support to help you adjust to a US environment.
Graduate Pathway
Leads to: Master's degree
Typical entry requirements: Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus undergraduate degree, 2.5 GPA
Length of course: 2 semesters
- Progress to your Master's degree with credits.
- Build the academic foundation and language skills needed for master's-level study, as well as prepare for your GRE/GMAT tests, if required.
- Receive the highest level of support with dedicated academic advisors throughout your program.
Graduate Degree (Direct Entry)
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.5, plus high school diploma or undergraduate degree, GPA 3.0
Length of course: 2 years
- Enter the university as a degree-seeking student who meets the academic and English language requirements for their degree program.