Academic English

George Mason University

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

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

Key Information

Program highlights include:

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

George Mason University

Age Requirement

Academic Requirements

High school diploma required.

English Language Requirements

No English language requirement; students will be assessed and placed upon arrival.

Class size

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

2025 Fall Start (August)

Degree start date : 18 August 2025 - Degree end date: 9 December 2025

Semester 1 fall: 18 August 2025 - 9 December 2025

2026 Spring Start (January)

Degree start date : 12 January 2026 - Degree end date: 5 May 2026

Semester 1 spring: 12 January 2026 - 5 May 2026

2026 Summer Start (May)

Degree start date : 13 May 2026 - Degree end date: 24 July 2026

Semester 1 summer: 13 May 2026 - 24 July 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

$ 10,600.00

Approximate cost

$ 10,600.00

Detailed pricing breakdown coming soon