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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. 

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George Mason Virginia Climate Center Releases First-Ever Statewide Climate Assessment

George Mason University’s Virginia Climate Center (VCC) has unveiled the Commonwealth’s first comprehensive, peer-reviewed climate assessment—a landmark report that provides science-based insights into Virginia’s changing climate and its impacts on communities, infrastructure, and the economy.

VCC Climate Assessment

Earn your bachelor’s and master’s degree in as little as five years

Get ahead with Mason’s Bachelor’s/Accelerated Master’s (BAM) program. Waived application fee, apply up to 12 graduate credits toward both degrees, pay undergrad rates for grad courses, and finish your master’s sooner—saving time and money.

Master's students at graduation

The Grand Challenge Initiative — Bold Solutions for A Prosperous Future

George Mason University's Grand Challenge Initiative (GCI) is a comprehensive research framework, backed by an initial five-year, $15 million investment, to align university resources, faculty expertise, and educational programs around six interconnected solution areas addressing humanity’s ultimate grand challenge.

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IDIA Industry Day

December 2, 2025

Dec 2, 2025, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Fuse at Mason Square

Join IDIA Industry Day on December 2, 2025, at Fuse at Mason Square in Arlington, VA—a dynamic day of collaboration among leaders from industry, government, and academia. This premier event offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, foster partnerships, and drive the future of digital innovation. Register now Space is
Dec2

SSB Fall 2025 Student Research Day

December 2, 2025

Dec 2, 2025, 12:00 - 4:00 PM

Student Research Day is a venue for students in SSB and other Science & Tech campus departments – including undergraduates – to present the research they have been working on throughout the semester. Event Details: Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Location: Virtual via Zoom
Dec3

December 3, 2025: Career STEMinar - What Should I Do (in STEM) When I Grow Up? (Virtual via Zoom)

December 3, 2025

Dec 3, 2025, 3:30 - 4:15 PM

Zoom

A practical, encouraging session that connects your interests, strengths, and work preferences to real STEM career paths. Learn simple frameworks for exploring roles, assessing fit with different work settings, and narrowing choices through research and early experiences. Leave with a clear action plan to test ideas, select aligned majors, and

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