Graduate Pathway in Operations Research
George Mason University
Students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Operations Research are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.
Upon successful completion of an INTO Mason Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your second semester of graduate study at George Mason University. This transition from an INTO Mason Pathway program to a university degree program is called 'progression'.
Key Information
- A Pathway program provides academic, language and cultural support in order to succeed at a US university.
- Students are guaranteed progression to a graduate degree program through a curriculum consisting of credit-earning courses.
- Students will benefit from fully integrated classes with both domestic and other international students on campus while learning from highly trained university instructors and tutors.
Age Requirement
17
Academic Requirements
4 yr undergrad degree or equivalent in engineering, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or economics. Completion of following courses required: multivariate calculus, linear algebra, calculus-based probability and statistics and a computer programming course with B or better. 2.75 undergraduate GPA equivalent.English Language Requirements
TOEFL iBT 75, IELTS 6.0, PTEA 52, Duolingo 110, TOEFL Essentials 7.5, or Completion of AE Core and OCS Level 6.Class size
15
Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.
2025 Fall Start (August)
Program start date : 18 August 2025 - Program end date: 17 December 2025
- Semester 1 fall: 18 August 2025 - 17 December 2025
2026 Spring Start (January)
Program start date : 12 January 2026 - Program end date: 13 May 2026
- Semester 1 spring: 12 January 2026 - 13 May 2026
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
$ 21,130.00
Approximate cost
$ 21,130.00
Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon
Credit Number
Classes Title
Credit Units
Semester 1
* These courses are generally delivered through the INTO Center and are for Pathway students only. Students must maintain 2.0 GPA per semester to remain in good academic standing.
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= Placement option availableA
= Study abroad option available