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Graduate Pathway in Bioengineering

George Mason University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Degree Pre-Master
Duration 6 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Fairfax County, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Graduate Pathway in Bioengineering at George Mason University is a Pre-Master programme in Engineering over 6 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 engineering. 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 Graduate Pathway in Bioengineering 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. Duration: 6 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
  6. Location: Fairfax, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Bioengineering programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:

  1. Design Engineer
  2. R&D Engineer
  3. Project Engineer
  4. Systems Engineer
  5. Technical Consultant
  6. Engineering Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Introduction to Graduate Study I
  2. Interpersonal Communication for International Students* or Advanced English for Academic Purposes*
  3. Graduate Communication in Disciplines I
  4. Class choice depends on advisor approval
  5. GRE Preparation

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Direct Admit:
  • Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA, varies by program
  • TOELF iBT 88 (20 subscores) IELTS 6.5, PTEA 59+ or
  • Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 7 with no grades below B

2-Semester Pathway:

  • 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent
  • 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent
  • TOEFL iBT 70 (13+ subscores in reading and listening)
  • IELTS 6.0 (5.5+ subscores in reading and listening)
  • PTEA 47
  • Password 6.0 Knowledge and 6.0 Writing or
  • Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 5
1-Semester Pathway:
  • 4-year undergraduate degree or equivalent
  • 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent
  • TOEFL iBT 80 (17+ subscores in reading and writing)
  • IELTS 6.5 (6.0+ subscores in reading and writing)
  • PTEA 53
  • Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6
Bridge Pathway:
  • Select 3-year undergraduate degree or equivalent
  • 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent
  • TOEFL iBT 85, IELTS 6.5
  • PTEA 58+ or
  • Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 20,500 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6

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

University Profile
  • Start Date Jan, 2027
  • Language English
  • Duration 6 months