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George Washington University

Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesReviewed 22 October 2026

GW's on-campus engineering and computing master's degrees combine subject-specific entry preparation with a central graduate engineering application process.

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GW's on-campus engineering and computing master's degrees combine subject-specific entry preparation with a central graduate engineering application process. The MS in Computer Science offers thesis and non-thesis study within a 30-credit degree. Applicants from another discipline should compare the prerequisite modules carefully: general graduate eligibility alone does not establish readiness for advanced computing or engineering study.

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  1. Master of Science in Computer Science
  2. Master of Science in Computer Engineering
  3. Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
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Academic eligibility

  • The CS programme expects a bachelor's degree, relevant mathematics beyond precalculus, laboratory science and computing preparation, including structured programming, discrete mathematics, data structures and architecture.
  • Its published GPA guidance refers to 3.0 in the last 60 undergraduate credits.
  • Computer Engineering prefers related engineering/computing degrees and may require deficiency coursework.
  • Master's applications include transcripts, a résumé, two recommendations and an applicant-written statement.
  • GW explicitly requires applicants to complete and submit their own application; an agency must not write the statement or submit it as the applicant.

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Language requirements

  • GW engineering distinguishes admission-level English evidence from the higher scores needed to avoid additional English for Academic Purposes coursework.
  • Its international page lists IELTS 6.0 as an admission minimum, compared with IELTS 7.0 for the stated EAP exemption.
  • Test versions, accepted alternatives and departmental conditions matter; do not advertise the lower admission minimum as unconditional direct entry without language classes.

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Study intakes

  • Engineering master's routes generally have fall and spring entry.
  • The admissions page states that spring 2027 master's applications are currently accepted on a rolling basis.
  • Summer deadlines on the page are for non-visa-seeking applicants, not a universal summer start for new international students.

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Application deadlines

  • The recurring engineering priority dates are January 15 for fall and September 1 for spring.
  • Spring 2027's rolling availability is capacity-dependent and should be reconfirmed before paying.
  • An application accepted after a priority date does not guarantee a decision or immigration documents in time to travel.

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International tuition

  • For 2026–27, on-campus graduate engineering tuition is USD 2,195 per credit, or USD 19,755 for a nine-credit semester.
  • This is tuition, not the complete cost of attendance; fees, insurance and Washington-area living expenses are additional.
  • Do not apply this rate to online programmes or assume it is a confirmed 2027–28 price.

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Scholarships & funding

  • Incoming master's applicants are automatically considered for competitive merit funding according to GW engineering's funding guidance.
  • Awards can cover part of tuition, but consideration does not guarantee an award.
  • Check the written offer's coverage, duration, academic conditions and remaining balance.

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What can international students study at George Washington University?

Selected programme options include Master of Science in Computer Science, Master of Science in Computer Engineering, Master of Science in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for George Washington University?

The CS programme expects a bachelor's degree, relevant mathematics beyond precalculus, laboratory science and computing preparation, including structured programming, discrete mathematics, data structures and architecture. Its published GPA guidance refers to 3.0 in the last 60 undergraduate credits. Computer Engineering prefers related engineering/computing degrees and may require deficiency coursework. Master's applications include transcripts, a résumé, two recommendations and an applicant-written statement. GW explicitly requires applicants to complete and submit their own application; an agency must not write the statement or submit it as the applicant. GW engineering distinguishes admission-level English evidence from the higher scores needed to avoid additional English for Academic Purposes coursework. Its international page lists IELTS 6.0 as an admission minimum, compared with IELTS 7.0 for the stated EAP exemption. Test versions, accepted alternatives and departmental conditions matter; do not advertise the lower admission minimum as unconditional direct entry without language classes.

How much are international tuition fees at George Washington University?

For 2026–27, on-campus graduate engineering tuition is USD 2,195 per credit, or USD 19,755 for a nine-credit semester. This is tuition, not the complete cost of attendance; fees, insurance and Washington-area living expenses are additional. Do not apply this rate to online programmes or assume it is a confirmed 2027–28 price. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for George Washington University?

The recurring engineering priority dates are January 15 for fall and September 1 for spring. Spring 2027's rolling availability is capacity-dependent and should be reconfirmed before paying. An application accepted after a priority date does not guarantee a decision or immigration documents in time to travel. Engineering master's routes generally have fall and spring entry. The admissions page states that spring 2027 master's applications are currently accepted on a rolling basis. Summer deadlines on the page are for non-visa-seeking applicants, not a universal summer start for new international students. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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