Graduate Pathway in Software Engineering

George Mason University

Students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway or Graduate Bridge Program in Software Engineering 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 next 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.

Program Details

Graduate Pathway in Software Engineering

George Mason University

Age Requirement

17

Academic Requirements
4 yr undergrad degree or equivalent in computer science or a related field. Degree must include Data Structures & Algorithms, Automata Theory & Formal Languages and Computer Architecture, including Assembly Language. Completion of Calculus I & II and a discrete mathematics course. 2.75 undergrad GPA
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.

2025/26 Academic Year
Spring semester dates: 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

SWE 621
Software Design and Architecture
3 Credit Units
CS 530
Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science
3 Credit Units
INYO 504
Graduate Transitions for International Students
3 Credit Units
EAP 507
Advanced Graduate Communication Across the Disciplines
4 Credit Units
EAP 401
Advanced English Grammar for Multilingual Students
1 Credit Units
Total credit units
14 Credit Units

* 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.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Software Engineering-M.S.

Minimum 3.0 GPA. B or better in all courses. No grades of NC, W, or IN permitted.
Additional Requirements