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Graduate Pathway in Bioinformatics Management (1-Semester Pathway) Leading to Master of Science in Bioinformatics Management INTO Group - George Mason University INTO Group - George Mason University, USA

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USD 25280

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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58%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway program in Bioinformatics Management are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

Upon successful completion of an INTO Mason Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your second semester of graduate study at George Mason University. This transition from an INTO Mason Pathway program to a university degree program is called 'progression.'

Applied and Engineering Physics-M.S.
This degree addresses the regional and national need for technically trained managers who will be able to lead teams of bioinformaticians in both the public and private sectors. The degree combines a solid foundation in bioinformatics research, tools, and techniques, with the management skills needed to address the associated legal, ethical, managerial, and business issues. The degree is intended for:

Students seeking advancement in their current bioinformatics careers that requires an advanced degree in bioinformatics combined with management expertise.
Students with a general background in biological science or computational methods who are planning to enter the field of bioinformatics as managers and would like to strengthen their bioinformatics and managerial expertise.

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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 42 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in biology, mathematics, statistics or bioengineering.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    59 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    58% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    25280

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    12000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Undergraduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    Progression scholarship
    International scholarship

    Graduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    Undergraduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Applicable to International Year One or Undergraduate
    Transfer Program enrollments.

    Progression scholarship
    • Successful completion of International Year One or
    Undergraduate Transfer Program and matriculate to
    George Mason.
    • Achieve a minimum GPA of 3.0 on International Year
    One or Undergraduate Transfer Program to qualify for
    $3,000 per year
    • Achieve a minimum GPA of 3.5 on International Year
    One or Undergraduate Transfer Program to qualify for
    $6,000 per year.
    • Maintain consecutive enrollment at George Mason
    as a full-time, degree-seeking student in an approved
    undergraduate program.
    • Renewable up to three years as long as the student
    remains in good academic standing, maintaining a GPA
    of 3.0+.

    International scholarship
    • No scholarship application is required since all directly
    admitted international students are eligible for
    scholarship consideration starting at $6,000.
    • Applicable to full-time first year Direct Entry degreeseeking
    international enrollments.
    • High academic standing is required.
    • Must have non-immigrant and non-resident status; an
    F-1 visa is also required.
    LINK: www.gmu.edu/financial-aid/types-aid/scholarships/masonscholarships

    Graduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship
    • Limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Applicable to Graduate Pathway program enrollments.
    • Personal statement or scholarship interview may be
    required for some regions.
    Undergraduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship-$12,000 (Up to $12,000 on the first year)
    Progression scholarship-$3,000-$6,000 per year ($9,000-$18,000 in total)
    International scholarship-$80,000 (Up to $20,000 per year (renewable annually))

    Graduate Scholarships:
    Regional scholarship-$4,000 (Up to $4,000 on the first year)

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