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Graduate Pathway in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering

George Mason University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 34,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
Degree Pre-Master
Duration 9 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Fairfax County, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Graduate Pathway in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering at George Mason University is a Pre-Master programme in Engineering over 9 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 Civil and Infrastructure Engineering 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: 9 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6
  5. Tuition: USD 34,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students
  6. Location: Fairfax, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Graduate Pathway in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering 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. Graduate Communication in Disciplines I
  3. Interpersonal Communication for International Students: Practicum and Theory OR Advanced English for Academic Purposes
  4. Infrastructure Systems Analysis
  5. GRE Preparation
  6. Introduction to Graduate Study II
  7. Graduate Communication in Disciplines II
  8. Infrastructure Modeling
  9. Class choice depends on concentration and approval from disciplinary advisor*
  10. GRE Preparation
  11. Linguistics Capstone (INTO)
  12. Accelerated Introduction to Graduate Study (Pathway students only)
  13. Accelerated Graduate Communication in Disciplines (Pathway students only)
  14. Infrastructure Modeling OR Risk and Uncertainty in Civil Engineering
  15. Class choice depends on concentration and approval from disciplinary advisor
  16. Desire to study for a graduate degree in the US
  17. Need to improve English language skills and still earn credits toward their degree program
  18. Desire additional academic, language, and cultural support in order to succeed during the first year at a US university
  19. Are not eligible for direct entry
  20. Any or all of the above

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • 4-year degree in civil engineering or environmental engineering with a 2.75 GPA
  • Standard Pathway – TOEFL 70; IELTS 6.0; PTE Academic 47; INTO Password 6 or completion of Academic English Level 5
  • Accelerated Pathway – TOEFL 80; IELTS 6.5; PTE Academic 53 or completion of Academic English Level 6

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 34,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students

Tuition fees: USD 34,950 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International 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.