Program Overview

Overview

The Master of Science in Computer Engineering (MSCE) program at George Mason University provides students with a comprehensive education in computer engineering, emphasizing the design, development, and application of computer systems and networks.

Admissions

To be eligible for admission, applicants must have a baccalaureate degree in computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Students with degrees in other STEM disciplines are also encouraged to apply. A minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale is required.

Degree Requirements

The MSCE program requires a minimum of 30 graduate credits beyond the bachelor's degree. Students must complete a core course requirement, a concentration requirement, an upper-level course requirement, and an ECE course requirement.

Concentrations

The MSCE program offers several concentrations, including:

• Computer Architecture and Embedded Systems (CAES)
• Computer Networks (CNWK)
• Digital Signal Processing (DISP)
• Digital System Design (DSYD)
• Hardware Security and Cryptographic Engineering (HSCE)
• Internet of Things and Network Security (INNS)
• Machine Learning and Intelligent Computing Architectures (MLIC)
• Space-Based Systems (SBSY)

Accelerated Master's Programs

The MSCE program offers several accelerated master's programs, including:

• Computer Engineering, BS/Computer Engineering, Accelerated MS
• Computer Science, BS/Computer Engineering, Accelerated MS
• Cyber Security Engineering, BS/Computer Engineering, Accelerated MS
• Electrical Engineering, BS/Computer Engineering, Accelerated MS

Accelerated Pathway Requirements

To maintain the integrity and quality of both the undergraduate and graduate degree programs, undergraduate students interested in taking graduate courses must choose from a list of approved courses.

Degree Conferral

Students must apply the semester before they expect to complete the BS requirements to have the BS degree conferred. In addition, at the beginning of the student's final undergraduate semester, students must complete a Bachelor's/Accelerated Master's Transition form. At the completion of MS requirements, a master's degree is conferred.