Program Overview
The Computer Forensics at George Mason University is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, 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 computer science & it. 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 Computer Forensics 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 24,170 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,232 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Fairfax, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Forensics programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Intro to Technologies of Value to Forensics
- Information Security Theory and Practice
- Network Forensics
- Digital Media Forensics
- Operations of Intrusion Detection for Forensics
- Legal and Ethics in IT
- Advanced Computer Forensics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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).
Admission Requirements
Students who hold a B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, math, science, computer science, business (with a quantitative background), economics, or other analytical disciplines, or students who hold a B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited college or university and who have equivalent work experience indicating analytical aptitude, may apply to the M.S in Computer Forensics. A GRE score is not required as part of the application process for students who received their undergraduate degree from a US institution of higher learning. A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 is required for acceptance as a regular masters student. A student with a GPA between 2.7 and 3.0 may apply in non-degree status, but work experience in a relevant field will be needed to compensate for the GPA below 3.0
Students may be admitted as regular master\'s students to the CFRS program, or they may be admitted for non-degree study within the program, which allows them to take individual courses. Students in the non-degree program have the option of transferring into the regular program, provided their GPA within the M.S. in Computer Forensics program is 3.00 or above. Up to 12 credits earned in non-degree study may be transferred into the regular program, provided each of the courses to be transferred in was passed with a grade of B or above
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
George Mason University
Fairfax County, United States
public liberal arts and research university in Fairfax County, Virginia
University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
