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Computational Science

George Mason University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Delivery On-campus
Location Fairfax County, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Computational Science at George Mason University is a MSc programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Computational Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. Tuition: USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  4. Location: Fairfax, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Computational Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Numerical Methods
  2. Scientific Databases
  3. High-Performance Computing
  4. Scientific and Statistical Visualization

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

  • Applicants to all graduate programs at George Mason University must meet the admission standards and application requirements for graduate study as specified in the Admissions section of the catalog. Applicants to the ComputationalScience, MS should have academic backgrounds in physical or biological sciences, engineering, mathematics, or computer science. They should have an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited institution with a GPA of at least 3.00 in their last 60 credits of study. In addition, applicants should have taken at least one course in differential equations and have facility in using a high-level computer programming language.
  • For more information, please visit the program website.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact George Mason University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About George Mason University

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George Mason University

Fairfax County, United States

public liberal arts and research university in Fairfax County, Virginia

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  • Language English