George Mason University, Virginia, Fairfax - Courses & Fees

Fairfax, VirginiaUniversity Public College

The Master of Science in Biodefense prepares students to become the next generation of biodefense and biosecurity professionals and scholars. This program provides students with a foundation in microbiology and biotechnology combined with broader security and organizational context.

Important Dates

Event	End Date
Application Deadline for Fall Intake	May 1, 2023
Priority Application Deadline For Spring Intake	Nov 1, 2023
Scholarship Application Deadline For Spring Intake	Nov 1, 2023
Application Deadline For Spring Intake	Dec 1, 2023
Priority Application Deadline For Fall Intake	Feb 1, 2024
Scholarship Application Deadline For Fall Intake	Feb 1, 2024

Fees & Funding

Tution & Application Fees

Year	Year 1	Year 2
Tuition Fees	₹1889643	₹1889643
Other Fees	₹373668	₹373668
Total Fees	₹2263311	₹2263311

Living Costs

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Living Expenses	₹1270206.36

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must have completed a baccalaureate degree from a recognized institution.
Students required a 3.0 Grade Point Average on a 4.0 scale in undergraduate work.
Students are expected to have completed a degree in engineering, business, computer science, or information technology, with foundational competence in calculus, statistics, and computer programming.

Language Requirments:

Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores.

Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

59 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

309 / 340

Avg. Score in

GRE updated

3 / 4

Minimum gpa

Graduation GPA

Course Guides

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VISA & Work Study

VISA

Most students come to the United States on an F-1 visa, but students who are sponsored by the U.S. government, their home government, or another organization may be required to enter the United States on a J-1 Exchange Visitor's Visa. To be issued an immigration document (Form I-20 for F-1 status or Form DS2019 for J-1 status), students must prove they have sufficient financial support to cover their expenses while at Mason.
International students outside the United States may use their immigration documentation to schedule a visa interview with the U.S. embassy or consulate nearest their place of residence and apply for an F-1 or J-1 student visa.

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

Name	Amount	International Students Eligible	Application Deadline
Innovation in Education Scholarship - La Tutors 123	₹41445	Yes	N/A
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships	Variable	Yes	Feb 28, 2023
Comindware Scholarship	₹331560	Yes	N/A
R&D Systems Scholarship	₹124335	Yes	Jul 19, 2023