About Computer Engineering, Ms in George Mason University
Computer Engineering involves knowledge of hardware and software development. The students learn how to design new generations of computers, as well as embedded computing systems, such as those found in smartphones, cars, appliances, computer networks, smart factories, and the internet-of-things. The program covers the entire digital integrated circuit design process targeting Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGAs) and Application Specific Integrated Circuits (ASICs), using various optimization criteria, such as speed, cost, power, energy, reliability, and security. It also encompasses the complete software development process targeting microcontrollers, microprocessors, multi-cores, and Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). It teaches students how to efficiently partition the system into software and hardware components, and develop high-performance interfaces between these two parts. Project-oriented courses and labs expose students to modern computer-aided design tools for hardware and software design. The students master the art of writing comprehensive technical reports and giving successful oral presentations. The computer engineering program offers the following concentrations: computer architecture and embedded systems, computer networks, digital signal processing, digital system design, hardware security and cryptographic engineering, internet of things and network security, machine learning and brain-inspired computing, and space-based systems.
Total credits: 30
Degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
English Language Requirements
TOEFL iBT Graduate- Testing code 5827
- School of Business Graduate: 93 points, 20 points in each section
- Volgenau School of Engineering Graduate: - 80 or higher, no section minimum
- Schar School of Policy and Government PhD Programs: 100 or higher, 23 points in each section
- All other graduate programs- 88 points, minimum 20 in each section
IELTS Graduate
- School of Business Graduate: 7 overall, with a minimum of 7.0 in each subsection
- All other graduate programs- 6.5 total band score
Pearson Academic Test of English
- A minimum score of 59, all applicants
George Mason University Cost of Attendance
The table below shows the cost of attendance at George Mason University for 2020-21:
| Fee Type |
Undergraduate (Amount in USD) |
Graduate (Amount in USD) |
| Tuition (Full-time) |
32,970 |
25,430 |
| Room and Meal plan |
12,090 (On-campus)
12,786 (Off-campus) |
20,400 (Off-campus) |
| Transportation |
1,260 (On-campus)
2,334 (Off-campus) |
2,334 (Off-campus) |
| Personal Expenses |
2,336 (On-campus)
4,238 (Off-campus) |
4,238 (Off-campus) |
| Additional Costs |
1,278 |
1,278 |
