About
George Mason University is a public research university that was established in 1949 and is located in Fairfax County, Virginia. In addition to having a campus in Incheon, South Korea, this university also runs four campuses in Virginia: Fairfax, Arlington, Front Royal, and Prince William. GMU occupies 817 acres of land, built for both academic and non-academic purposes.
George Mason University is the largest public research university in Virginia, which offers the best collegiate experience in the state. This university is well known for pioneering and advancing the kind of research that enables its students to get the knowledge and abilities necessary to succeed in the workforce of the future. The Continuing and Professional Education team at GMU is committed and skilled in developing creative solutions to a range of professional upskilling difficulties. No matter where you are in your profession, this university is dedicated to assisting your advancement. George Mount University offers more than 80 undergraduate programs along with more than 85 and 35 master’s and doctoral programs respectively. International applicants can enroll in undergraduate and graduate programs at George Mason University. Students at the university have access to a wide range of courses, including those in accounting, biology, business, business management, computer science, engineering, etc.
Features
Why George Mason University
According to U.S. News & World Report's '2023, George Mason University is one of the top 10 most innovative and diverse public colleges in the nation as well as one of the top 10 for undergraduate cybersecurity.
For people who are beginning out in the workforce as well as for those who are unemployed or lack a degree, this university offers a transformative place to start.
GMU’s professional certificates and courses give you the chance to upskill and keep up with industry trends if you wish to succeed in your present position or field.
This university offers courses and industry-backed micro-qualifications to help you shift into another field with the credentials you need to retool and flourish if you're thinking about changing your career.
Scholarship Details
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This scholarship covers a minimum of 50% tuition fees and is renewable till your course duration. You must fulfill the standards outlined by this university in order to be eligible for this award.
Mason Merit Based Scholarship for International Students
To exceptionally eligible international freshman and transfer students who are non-immigrant, non-resident, and degree-seeking, George Mason University grants a small number of merit-based scholarships. Based on satisfactory academic status, these scholarships are renewable for up to four years for freshmen and three years for transfers.
(check-up with the admission officer of the university for more information on scholarships)
University Accreditation/ Recognition
George Mason University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Additional program-specific accreditations and certifications include:
| Accredited Course | Accredited Body |
| Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET |
| Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET |
| Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIM) |
| Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) |
| AACSB International- The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business |
Location
Enterprise Hall, Fairfax, VA 22030, USA
Financials
| Descriptions | Subtotal |
|---|---|
| Avg Cost of Tuition/Year | USD 37,568 |
| Cost of Living/Year | USD 16,624 |
| *Application Fee |
USD 0 - USD 80
*Charged once per application |
| Estimated Total/Year | USD 54,192 |