The International Year One in Human and Social Development at INTO George Mason University is your direct pathway to undergraduate study in fields like psychology, history, and health sciences. This program is designed for ambitious international students seeking to develop the academic and language skills necessary for success in a US university environment. You will explore foundational concepts in U.S. American Cultures, world history, and basic psychology, while building essential oral communication and computing proficiencies. This undergraduate qualification provides a structured bridge to your chosen bachelor's degree.
You will study this program full-time on campus over three semesters, engaging with a curriculum that includes introductory statistics, computing, and enhanced composition for academic purposes. Your learning experience will involve direct instruction from university instructors and tutors, alongside opportunities for peer-supported transition into university life. You will develop crucial research methods and mathematical modeling skills, preparing you for advanced coursework. Upon successful completion, you will be ready to progress into your next semester of an undergraduate degree program at George Mason University.