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Academic programs that bring opportunity

Just outside the nation's capital, we've built connections with government agencies and industry partners working at the forefront of scientific research. Combine those with our advanced facilities for getting real-world work experience and options for tailoring your degree, and our students have more opportunity to land jobs, internships, and research collaborations that really help them stand out.

Students work in Deborah Polayes Biology of Microorganisms Lab. Photo by Lathan Goumas/Office of Communications and Marketing

Fall 2024 New Courses and Special Topics Offerings

Want to explore exciting topics such as agent-based model of an evolving and interactive populations, diagnostics and therapeutics, paleoclimatology, or transforming academia with artificial intelligence research? Or would you rather investigate atmospheric convection, Extremal Graph Theory, or take a seminar to quickly expand the knowledge of your field? 

Consider taking one or more of the 20+ exciting new and special topic courses available this semester.

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Undergraduate scholarships open until May 31

Scholarships at Mason are open to all continuing undergraduates, admitted transfers, and graduate students. Visit the Mason Scholarship Application Page to review and apply for scholarship opportunities offered through the Office of Student Financial Aid and various departments. Scholarship awards are based on your academic record as well as your answers to the questions on the application.

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Apr23

Dissertation Defense - Bryan M. Delfing PhD Bioinformatics & Computational Biology

Apr 23, 2024, 3:00 - 5:00 PM

Program: PhD Bioinformatics & Computational Biology Date: Tuesd ay, April 23rd, 2024 Time: 3: 00 PM Place: Virtual meeting For full Thesis Defense Announcement Click Here
Apr23

Mason Science Career STEMinar: Keys to STEM Career Readiness – Microcredentials

Apr 23, 2024, 5:00 - 6:00 PM

Zoom

Become a top-competitor for the STEM careers of tomorrow! Join Mason Science Career Pathways Director Kerin Hilker-Balkissoon for a STEM-focused overview of microcredentials, from digital badges to certifications. Join the session HERE (must be logged into your George Mason University Zoom account to join this session).
Apr24

Ask Me Anything: STEM Career Planning Edition

Apr 24, 2024, 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Zoom

Attention Mason Science students! Have you developed your post-graduation career plan? Do you need help with your resume, cover letter or e-Portfolio? Seeking support with writing a compelling grad school Statement of Purpose, or preparing for employment or graduate school interviews? Do you need help finding research and internship opportunities