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Your courses at George Mason University

In addition to direct entry, George Mason University offers a number of routes to admission for students who don't yet meet the academic and English language requirements for their chosen degree program.

International Year One and the Undergraduate Transfer Program allow students to start earning credit towards their bachelor’s degree while receiving additional academic, social and cultural support during their first year.

The Graduate Pathway or Graduate Bridge programs help students improve the skills needed for advanced graduate study and academic research at Mason. INTO Mason’s unique 2-semester Bridge program allows students with select three-year undergraduate degrees to begin taking classes in their master’s program while completing core education requirements.

Graduate Certificate Pathway programs enable students to earn a graduate certificate as a stand-alone option or to apply the certificate credit toward one of our master's degree programs.

Note: Certain classes like labs may have additional fees included. Additionally, particular programs may have additional entry requirements or prerequisites like auditions or portfolios.

Courses

International Direct

International Year One

International Year One is a supportive program that allows students to earn credits towards their degree while providing additional academic, cultural and language support customized for international students.

Direct Entry

Direct Entry is the standard university admission route to apply directly to a degree program.

Transfer Program

Undergraduate Transfer Program (UTP) is a customized study plan that offers academic, cultural and language support to international students who will be transferring college credit across to their degree.

Graduate Pathway

Graduate Pathway is a supportive program that allows students to earn credits towards their degree while providing additional academic, cultural and language support customized for international students.

Academic English

Our Academic English program prepares you for your university degree by improving your English language skills and providing the tools needed to succeed at a US university. Learn from our qualified faculty with academic and professional experiences inside and outside of the classroom. Better yet, you will have the chance to practice your English during your everyday life with native English speakers. Throughout your program, you will receive customized support for international student success.