• Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 hours of study. Some applicants with a lower GPA may be admitted provisionally if there is sufficient evidence of potential success.
• Two sealed official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Applicants do not need to send in transcripts for courses taken at George Mason University.
• Complete graduate application to include application fee and a 750 -1000 word goal statement that addresses the reasons for choosing science education as your profession Steps for Applying.
• Three letters of recommendation from professional references targeting leadership skills and academic abilities. A minimum of two references must be from an administrator or supervisor. Please use the Letters of Recommendation Form.
• Three years of documented, successful, full-time teaching experience in an accredited public or non-public school. Exceptions to this requirement may be addressed with the program coordinator.
• If you are an applicant with international credentials, please consult the Information for International Applicants
• Transcript Guidelines for International Applicants
• English Language Requirement for International Applicants
• Instructions for Applicants with International Credentials and Those Seeking F-1 or J-1 Visas
• Interview and writing sample required from selected applicants.

Application Deadlines

• Fall/Summer: April 1
• Spring: November 1

PhD Admissions

Detailed Admission information is available at PhD Admissions

Non-Degree Studies

Individuals who miss the deadline for submitting a complete graduate application and want to begin taking courses may take one course through Non-Degree Studies. However, a complete application must be submitted by the end of the term, and individuals must be accepted into the program before registering for the second course. Completion of course work through Non-Degree Studies will not guarantee admission to the degree program.