Overview
This program is designed for individuals who aim to conduct groundbreaking research in the field. They contribute to developing innovative methodologies and solutions for systems engineering challenges.
Features
- The Systems Engineering (Online) program at George Washington University emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, integrating concepts from engineering, management, and computer science.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Uncertainty Analysis in Cost Engineering
- Discrete Systems Simulation
- Data Analysis for Engineers and Scientists
- Advanced Systems Engineering
- Systems Engineering
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3.5. Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80. TOEFL iBT is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
Other requirements
- Minimum of bachelor's and master's degrees in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or a closely related field from recognized institutions.
- A minimum graduate level GPA of 3.5. A minimum of two college-level calculus courses passed with grades of B- or better.
- Capacity for original scholarship.
- TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, or PTE scores are required of all applicants who are not citizens of countries where English is the official language. Learn more on the International Student page. Test scores may not be more than two years old.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD.
- International: 170,183 AUD / full (approx. 118,530 USD / full)
- Out-of-State: 170,183 AUD / full (approx. 118,530 USD / full)
- Domestic (In-State): 170,183 AUD / full (approx. 118,530 USD / full)
Living costs
Washington, D.C., United States: 2,448-4,271 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

