Fast-Track Graduate Admissions

If you are a high-achieving College of Engineering and Computing alum who has shown exemplary work in an undergraduate degree, consider our Fast-Track graduate admission process. 

Who is Eligible

• College alumni who graduated with a 3.0 or better overall GPA in one of our BS programs.

• Current College of Engineering and Computing undergraduates within one semester of graduation with a 3.0 or better GPA. A final 3.0 or better GPA in the BS must be confirmed prior to first course registration.

• Students applying to Civil, Environmental, and Infrastructure Engineering MS program must have a 3.5 or better overall GPA.

Application Requirements

• Prior to submitting an application, confirm your eligibility.

  • Send email to cecgrad@gmu.edu with the subject line: Fast Track and include your name and Mason ID/G Number in the body of the email. If you do not recall your Mason ID, please use your name and include your Mason graduation degree and program name (ex: Bachelor of Science in Applied Computer Science).

  • Fast track eligibility will be verified via email, within three business days.

  • Only applicants who qualify for Fast Track will receive the recommendation letter waiver. Recommendation waiver is not required for students applying to the Master's in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or software engineering.

• Fill out an online application to a master's degree program at the College of Engineering and Computing.

• Upload your transcripts.

• Upload a blank document or PDF with the words "Fast-Track" in lieu of the Goals Statement on the online application to help us identify your eligibility more quickly. 

• Upload a blank document or PDF with the words "Fast-Track" in lieu of the resume on the online application. 

• Submit your application and the non-refundable application fee.

Restrictions

• Applications are subject to deadlines; no exceptions.

• Applications are not granted automatic admission, nor are students granted special consideration beyond the reduction of required supplementary materials at the time of application.

• In-state tuition eligibility does not automatically roll over from bachelor's to master's. To be considered for in-state tuition rates, the in-state tuition application must be completed through the online application.

Master's Degree Options

Fast-Track eligibility is available only for CEC master's degree programs.

Some master's programs require specific prerequisite courses. If you have questions, email Graduate Studies or call 703-993-1512.