About George Mason University
Bringing Mason to more learners
George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason enrolls more than 37,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility. In 2016, Mason was recognized by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as one of the top research universities in the United States producing research with broad impact.
Mason Online refers to the online learning experiences offered at Mason. Many online courses may be completed at home, while stationed abroad, or while traveling. This allows students to take the same classes offered on campus, just in an online format. Your online courses maintain the same academic rigor and integrity as their campus-based counterparts, providing you with an active and collaborative learning environment while offering greater flexibility to fit your needs.
Try the Mason Online Experience
Welcome to online education at Mason! Whether you are a new student at Mason or about to complete your final course for a degree, Digital Learning is devoted to helping you meet your academic, personal, and professional goals.
Choosing Mason Online means that you can earn your degree in a way that fits your life.
- 50+ fully and hybrid online programs
- Dynamic learning environments
- Vast community of student services
- Top-tier Mason faculty
About George Mason University
Bringing Mason to more learners
George Mason University is Virginia’s largest public research university. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason enrolls more than 37,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Mason has grown rapidly over the past half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity, and commitment to accessibility. In 2016, Mason was recognized by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as one of the top research universities in the United States producing research with broad impact.
Mason Online refers to the online learning experiences offered at Mason. Many online courses may be completed at home, while stationed abroad, or while traveling. This allows students to take the same classes offered on campus, just in an online format. Your online courses maintain the same academic rigor and integrity as their campus-based counterparts, providing you with an active and collaborative learning environment while offering greater flexibility to fit your needs.
Try the Mason Online Experience
Welcome to online education at Mason! Whether you are a new student at Mason or about to complete your final course for a degree, Digital Learning is devoted to helping you meet your academic, personal, and professional goals.
Choosing Mason Online means that you can earn your degree in a way that fits your life.
- 50+ fully and hybrid online programs
- Dynamic learning environments
- Vast community of student services
- Top-tier Mason faculty
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Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
How to get a full scholarship
Looking for a fully-funded scholarship to see you into university? Find out how to boost your chances of getting one.
Scholarships to study abroad
Find scholarships to study abroad with our lists of international scholarships – categorized by country, by subject, and by type of student.
Scholarship Applications: Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions about scholarship applications, including tips on how to find scholarships and chances of success.
Rankings & Ratings
George Mason University is one of the top Public universities in Fairfax, United States. It is ranked #1001-1200 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
QS World University Rankings
- 2015#601-650
- 2016#651-700
- 2017#651-700
- 2018#801-1000
- 2019#801-1000
- 2020#801-1000
- 2021#801-1000
- 2022#801-1000
- 2023#1001-1200
- 2024#951-1000
- 2025#1001-1200
- 2026#951-1000
- 2027#1001-1200
QS World University Rankings
- 2015#601-650
- 2016#651-700
- 2017#651-700
- 2018#801-1000
- 2019#801-1000
- 2020#801-1000
- 2021#801-1000
- 2022#801-1000
- 2023#1001-1200
- 2024#951-1000
- 2025#1001-1200
- 2026#951-1000
- 2027#1001-1200
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