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.