George Mason University - Fairfax

4400 University Drive, Fairfax, Virginia, USA | Public University | Established 1957

About us

George Mason University is a young university that, in just a short time, has made impressive strides in size, stature and influence. Today, they are the largest public research university in Virginia with four campuses in Virginia and one in Songdo, Korea. They have grown to more than 37,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Their commitment to serving their students, community and the world is having a measurable impact.

Mason's 10 colleges and schools cover all academic areas, as well as providing the opportunity for students to craft their own course of study. With over 82 undergraduate degrees with different concentrations and 89 master's degrees, students are bound to find something that fits. Whether students are passionate about a certain subject or want to explore their options, they will be provided the advice, guidance, and grounding they need to make their mark.

George Mason is a progressive, diverse university and their leadership reflects that. Their leaders come from many different backgrounds, many different places, and each of them brings something different to the table. It is these very contrasts that allow them to look beyond the expected as they share the responsibility and commitment to ensure the success of the students in their academic goals, personal lives, careers, communities and whatever other endeavours they may choose to pursue.

George Mason University has a partnership with INTO University Partnerships that supports international students from application to graduation. Through INTO Mason's academic programs, students can start their university experience while improving their language and academic skills to the point where they can comfortably and confidently attend classes at Mason in any area of study. The programs include: Academic English, International Year One, Undergraduate Transfer Program, Graduate Pathways and Bridge Program. When students successfully complete an International Year One, Transfer or Graduate Pathway program, they'll be ready to continue to their degree program at Mason.

Why George Mason University

  • Campus Life: Live on the edge of Washington, DC, the capital of the United States and hub for business, culture, government and research. Brimming with innovation and opportunity, George Mason University is central to it all—and puts students on the fast-track to career development and networking in leading industries.

  • Facilities: As a Mason student, students have access to all the university facilities including recreation centres, dining halls, more than 30 on-campus restaurants, a state-of-the-art library, arena, research labs, performing arts centres, Innovation Exchange and more!

  • Research: Mason is one of the top research universities in the nation, holding an R1 designation from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. They are the largest public research university in Virginia, and account for almost 60 percent of the growth of higher education in the state.

  • Student Culture: Learn to juggle. Celebrate Arabic culture. Join student government. With more than 350 student organizations at Mason, there are so many ways for students to find their niches, get involved, and meet new friends in the process.

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Fees

Courses Duration 1st Year Tuition Fees
Academic English Program 1 Year USD 18,280
Master of Education - Counseling - School Counseling 3 Year USD 14,500
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction - Assistive Technology 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction - Assistive Technology 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction - Early Childhood Education for Diverse Learners 2 Year USD 13,050
Graduate Pathway (2-Semester Pathway) Transfer to Master of Science - Curriculum and Instruction - Early Childhood and Elementary Education 1 Year USD 39,040
Master of Education - Curriculum and Instruction - Elementary Education 2 Year USD 14,500
Master of Science - Educational Psychology - Assessment, Evaluation, and Testing 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Science - Educational Psychology - Learning and Decision-Making in Leadership 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Science - Educational Psychology - Learning, Cognition, and Motivation 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Science - Educational Psychology - Teacher Preparation 2 Year USD 26,460
Master of Education - Special Education - Early Childhood Special Education 2 Year USD 13,050
Graduate Pathway (2-Semester Pathway) Transfer to Master of Education - Special Education - Early Childhood Education 1 Year USD 39,040
Master of Science - Athletic Training 2 Year USD 29,725
Master of Science - Exercise, Fitness and Health Promotion - Advanced Practitioner 2 Year USD 13,050
Bachelor of Science - Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources - Parks and Outdoor Recreation 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Science - Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources - Sport Management 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Science - Health, Fitness, and Recreation Resources - Therapeutic Recreation 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development and Family Science 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology 4 Year USD 37,616
International Year One - Undergraduate Pathway - Human and Social Development (2-Semester Pathway) Transfer to Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology 1 Year USD 39,040
Bachelor of Science in Education - Physical Education 4 Year USD 37,616
Master of Science - Sport and Recreation Studies - Recreation Administration 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Science - Sport and Recreation Studies - Sport and Leisure Studies 2 Year USD 10,875
Master of Science - Sport and Recreation Studies - Sport Management 2 Year USD 10,875
Bachelor of Science - Tourism and Events Management - Events Management 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Science - Tourism and Events Management - Hospitality Management 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Science - Tourism and Events Management - Tourism Management 4 Year USD 37,616
Bachelor of Science - Community Health 4 Year USD 37,616
Transfer to Bachelor of Science - Community Health 1 Year USD 39,040
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Admission Requirements

Courses Exams
English Course
Master courses
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 88 (Min Listening: 20.0, Min Reading: 20.0, Min Speaking: 20.0, Min Writing: 20.0)
  • Min IELTS overall: 6.5
  • Min Duolingo English Test Score: 120
  • Min PTE overall: 59
Bachelors courses
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 60 (Min Listening: 13.0, Min Reading: 13.0)
  • Min IELTS overall: 5.5 (Min Listening: 5.5, Min Reading: 5.5)
  • Min Duolingo English Test Score: 90
  • Min PTE overall: 45

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