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    Master of Science in Nursing

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    Fairfax, USMSNHybrid2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $51,330.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    49
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University is a 49-credit, 2-year, hybrid MSN program based in Fairfax, US. Tuition is $51,330 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program offers a concentration in Family Nurse Practitioner, preparing students for certification and prescriptive authority through coursework in primary care, public health, pharmacotherapeutics, and 600 clinical hours in various settings.

    Focus: coursework
    US News Best Nursing Schools: Master's #16
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026 (Online)
    Aug 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE Scores (if requested)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min 88 overall (all other graduate programs)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 (George Mason Academic English)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US) (STEM OPT extension may be available only if the student’s degree/CIP qualifies as STEM and they apply).

    $40,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University is $51,330 across 49 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University is structured around 2 years and 49 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.00 on a 4.00 scale
    Is Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Science in Nursing at George Mason University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.