George Mason University's identity was forged in 1972 on Virginia's strong ideals of academic excellence and service. Today, that spirit energizes us as a leader in scholarship and research; preparing graduates to meet the complex needs of a rapidly changing world.
- #201 Ranking
- 12 Courses
- 2,600 Academic Staff
- 39,150 Students
- Public Institution Type
Top reasons to study here
- 80% of Mason students are employed within six months of Graduation.
- There are more than 37000 students on campus, creating an organically diverse environment.,
- There were $149 Million in sponsored research expenditures in 2018.
Distance Learning Courses
Social Sciences (7)
- B.A. Communication
- Postgraduate Certificate Conflict Analysis and Resolution
- Postgraduate Certificate Digital Public Humanities
- M.A. Economics
- Postgraduate Certificate Women and Gender Studies
Business & Management (3)
- Postgraduate Certificate Digital Public Humanities
- M.A. Economics
- Postgraduate Certificate Learning Technologies
Education & Training (3)
- M.Ed. Education Leadership
- Postgraduate Certificate Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) for PK-12 Practitioners
Computer Science & IT (2)
- Postgraduate Certificate Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Humanities (2)
- B.A. Communication
- Postgraduate Certificate Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) for PK-12 Practitioners
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- Postgraduate Certificate Women and Gender Studies
Engineering & Technology (1)
- Postgraduate Certificate Learning Technologies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (1)
- Postgraduate Certificate Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
About
History
The university's formal history began in 1957 as University College, theNorthern Virginia branch of the University of Virginia, offering coursesin engineering and the liberal arts. It opened in a renovated elementaryschool in the Bailey's Crossroads area with an enrollment of 17 students.
Education
This is one of the best times of your life — endless prospects lie ahead. hat's where we come in. Mason's academic programs aren't just courses of study; they're pathways to the accomplishments you want to make, the global problems you want to solve, and the life you want to live. Our top-rated faculty prepare you to compete with the best in the world through experiential learning, research projects, and connections to internships. You'll also study in state-of-the-art classrooms and labs.
Research
George Mason University conducts research that goes beyond the desire to know and understand; we want to make a difference. Research is vital to expanding our knowledge, sparking new ideas, and developing innovative techniques that have an impact on society, the economy, and the environment. It’s a critical part of the university’s purpose and mission.
Career
University Career Services is George Mason University’s nationally recognized centralized career center. We are specialists taking an industry-focused approach to serving our students and employers.
We prepare and connect career-ready students for post-graduate success.
Career Services:- Held 140+ career programs
- Served 21,000+ students
- Awarded $28,000 in scholarships for unpaid internships
- Supported a network of 400+ faculty & staff university-wide
- Promoted 80K+ jobs and internships through Handshake
- Hosted 100s of employers recruiting Mason students and alumni
Services
Student services
The Mason Student Services Center is the first stop and the central resource for information and solutions related to registration, enrollment, financial aid, billing, academic records and other student support services.
A team of cross-trained Mason Student Services Center Representatives provide assistance to new and continuing students at all points of their academic career, in one convenient location, thus eliminating the need to visit multiple offices on campus.
Housing services
Most first-year students will live in traditional residence hall communities such as Presidents Park, a complex of 12 residence halls.
- All rooms are furnished with beds, desks, chairs, dressers, and closets. Carpets and window treatments are provided.
- Most bedrooms in Presidents Park are double or triple occupancy. A small number of quads and singles are also available.
- Bedrooms are accessed off the main hallway, and residents share bathrooms (designated by gender).
- Each of these buildings has two or three floors and is home to 26 to 40 residents.
- All halls are coed by floor or floor section.
- Common areas, such as lounges and laundry, are distributed throughout the community.
Library services
Fenwick Library, located centrally on the Fairfax campus, is George Mason University's main research library and houses the majority of the University Libraries' 1.5 million volumes. Fenwick is a hub of research services, learning spaces, digital technology, and numerous resources for the Mason Community.
ICT services
Mason offers three Wi-Fi networks to the university community:
- eduroam is an encrypted Wi-Fi network open to all guests who are members of the eduroam federation.
- MASON is an unencrypted Wi-Fi network targeted for use by visitors and guests only.
- MASON-SECURE is a legacy network serving Mason faculty, staff, and students only.
Medical services
Student Health Services’ dedicated doctors, nurse practitioners and nurses provide accessible and affordable health care to all currently enrolled Mason students in a caring and confidential environment.
Student Life
Campus life
Mason’s campus has more than 40 residence halls, from suites to apartments. Many are new or have been recently renovated to be even more spacious and comfortable. More than 75 percent of all freshmen live on campus, so there’s always plenty going on. A variety of amenities are available within each building, including high-speed Internet access and free laundry facilities (but you still have to fold)
Sports facilities
- A division of University Life, Mason Recreation offers state-ofthe- art facilities for the university and surrounding community. Fitness memberships that include access to all three recreation and athletic facilities—the Aquatic and Fitness Center, the Recreation and Athletic Complex, and Skyline Fitness Center— are available to university-affiliated and nonaffiliated individuals.
Student clubs
Learn to juggle. Celebrate Arabic culture. Sing your heart out. With more than 350 student organizations at Mason, there are so many ways for students to find their niches, get involved, and meet new friends in the process. Our student groups are responsible for many of the programs and events on campus each year and contribute to lively, engaged campus community.
Accreditation
George Mason University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACSCOC) to award bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. Every ten years, the university engages in the process of reaffirmation of accreditation. This activity takes three years, and involves faculty, staff, and students from across the institution.
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