Program Overview

Academic English Program at George Mason University

Program Overview

The Academic English program provides top-rated English language instruction and the academic skills to succeed at Mason.

Key Information

• Intensive English to prepare for university study
• Academic advising throughout the program
• Small classes of 16 students on average
• Highly-trained and experienced instructors
• Participation in the weekly conversation group, English Corner

Program Details

Academic English

• NEW: Academic English 2.0 Our updated Academic English program includes:
  • Assured study plan: placement assurance for students with qualifying scores under a year old at program start
  • Measured progress: consistent growth at each level (estimated 10 TOEFL/.5 IELTS points per semester)
  • Enhanced level transfer: level portability across our US partners
  • Academic study plan calculator: add your program and English scores and receive an estimated study plan showing your duration of study

Entry Requirements

• Age Requirement: 17
• Academic Requirements: High school diploma required.
• English Language Requirements: No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival.
• Class size: 20

Important Dates

• 2025 Fall Start (August): Program start date: 18 August 2025 - Program end date: 9 December 2025
  • Semester 1 fall: 18 August 2025 - 9 December 2025
• 2026 Spring Start (January): Program start date: 12 January 2026 - Program end date: 5 May 2026
  • Semester 1 spring: 12 January 2026 - 5 May 2026
• 2026 Summer Start (May): Program start date: 13 May 2026 - Program end date: 24 July 2026
  • Semester 1 summer: 13 May 2026 - 24 July 2026

Fees and Pricing

• Estimated cost of attendance:
  • Tuition fee: $10,600.00
  • Approximate cost: $10,600.00
  • Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon