Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, Concentration in Secondary Education Computer Science

For more information and to apply, visit the admissions website.

* Priority deadline ensures consideration for the intended semester as well as financial aid options for students. Programs will continue to review applications until at capacity. Some programs do not review applications past the priority deadline.

All application materials must be submitted through George Mason’s online graduate application. In addition to meeting general university admissions requirements, applicants will need to provide the requirements below.

To be considered for graduate studies, the following items are evaluated during the admission review process:

• Bachelor’s/Accelerated Master’s application
• 750- to 1,000-word written statement of your goals and interest in the program
• Current resume
• Completed Content Area Review worksheet. The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) requires academic prerequisite course work for licensure programs. The content area advisor will certify that you have met the requirements to start in one of our state-approved teacher preparation programs.
• Two letters of recommendation. Applicants should follow the instructions included in the online application to submit the recommendation forms directly to their recommenders. George Mason does not accept paper recommendations. Recommendations should be professional or academic in nature.
• One letter of recommendation from your George Mason undergraduate advisor.

• An earned baccalaureate and/or graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, or international equivalent, verified from official transcripts. Expectation of an earned baccalaureate and/or graduate degree prior to the first day of classes for the term for which the student is applying will also meet this requirement. See the admissions policy here for information.
• A minimum 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale in baccalaureate study. The GPA requirement may be higher for some graduate programs. The university, at its discretion, may, in evaluating the meeting of this requirement, additionally consider the difficulty of the baccalaureate degree, relevant work experience, any/or other evidence of ability to succeed in graduate study.
• International students should reference Admission of International Students for additional requirements.
• Admissions Interview 

Bachelor's to Accelerated Master's (BAM) students can take graduate courses at the undergraduate tuition rate, depending on the program. Please meet with an admissions counselor to discuss your program options.

Undergraduate Tuition

Please Note: Refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees. Various course and lab fees may be assessed depending on the course(s) in which the student is enrolled.

*Mandatory Student Fee (MSF): $159.50

Graduate Tuition

Please Note: Refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees. Internship courses will incur a higher course fee to fund on-site assistance involving intensive clinical training/supervision.

*Mandatory Student Fee (MSF): $159.50

**VA state residents who are eligible must apply for the 15% PreK-16 VA Educators Discount in order to take advantage of the lower tuition. Eligible students receive 15% off the total tuition and mandatory student fee.

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers, and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Also, many school districts offer tuition reimbursement options. Speak to your employer for more information.

The secondary education (SEED) program includes multiple members of our advising team, including the SEED Academic Advisor and a subject area advisor for subject area track (English, history/social science, biology, chemistry, Earth science, and computer science). You should meet with the academic advisor and your subject area advisor at least once per semester to ensure that you are on track to complete your program successfully. Your advisors can do more than simply help you understand your program requirements; they can connect you to university resources that can aid in your success and can help you find ways to become engaged in learning outside of the classroom. 
 
Secondary Education (SEED) Academic Advisor 
Patty Hibner 
Thompson Hall, Suite 1800 
phibner@gmu.edu 
703.993.3931 
 
Secondary Education (SEED) Subject Area Advisors 
English: Dr. Kristien Zenkov, kzenkov@gmu.edu 
History/Social Science: Dr. Andrew Porter, aporter7@gmu.edu 
Science (Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, Physics): Dr. Erin Peters-Burton, epeters1@gmu.edu 
Math: Dr. Theresa Wills, twills@gmu.edu 
Computer Science: Dr. Erdogan Kaya, ekaya3@gmu.edu  

New Advising Platform: Patriot Connect

As of May 22, Navigate Mason will be de-activated and advisors will begin using Patriot Connect for appointment scheduling. Any appointments after May 22 will need to be scheduled in Patriot Connect. Instructions on how to access and utilize this new system will be added here in the near future.

Patriot Connect is George Mason’s new platform designed to enhance your student journey. It will be your go-to for student success scheduling – such as academic advising, student success coaching, learning services, and more – ensuring you have the support you need to reach your goals at George Mason. Students will be able to login to Patriot Connect starting May 1.

• Studying Abroad
• Partner/Professional Development Schools
• SEED Graduate Program Handbook
• Sample Program of Study
• SEED Sample Newsfeed – 2023
• SEED External Newsfeed – 2024

Links and Resources from the Office of Teacher Preparation:

• Field placement information and application
• Internship/Student teaching application and resources
• Content Area Review – how to start the CAR process and add updates to your CAR
• CPR/AED/First Aid - resources
• Licensure application and information