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George Mason University

Why Science at Mason?

Expanding Opportunities Through Academic Programs

Located near the nation’s capital, we connect students with leading government and industry partners in cutting-edge research. Our advanced facilities and flexible degree options provide real-world experience, helping students stand out with internships, research, and job prospects.

The College of Science at George Mason University blends traditional science education with sought-after programs to prepare students for exciting careers at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary scientific domains.

Specializing in:

  • Molecular medicine
  • Climate dynamics
  • Planetary science
  • Forensic science
  • Neuroscience
  • Environmental studies
  • Geo-information science
  • Data science and scientific analysis

While serving as a vital community and regional resource for teaching and learning through hands-on programming for kindergarten through 12th grade (K–12) students, teacher training, and outreach programs, the college also undertakes pioneering research endeavors that offer insight and solutions to the complex issues that challenge today’s world.

The College of Science offers you opportunities for internships, cooperative work experience, and other personalized training options that will enhance your education and potential. Our research centers, science labs, and location close to the nation’s capital allow our students to explore more with internships and careers right outside our doors.

This broad regional presence, combined with strategic national and international connections, reinforces the college’s mission to provide world-class scientific leadership in a wide variety of areas important to modern society.

Just minutes from the nation's capital

U.S. Capitol Building

Just minutes from the nation’s capital, the College of Science is well-positioned to partner with numerous governments, academic, and private organizations to investigate unique concepts in research and education. These partnerships enhance students’ educational experiences through internships, cooperative work experiences, and other personalized training options, and capture broader exposure and exclusive opportunities for college research efforts.

A faculty of world-class scientists and educators with exemplary qualifications and progressive experience attracts new research opportunities; recruits highly qualified and motivated students from across the country and abroad; and provides unparalleled insight and expertise toward the development of marketable academic programs. Their outstanding achievements are often acknowledged by a variety of highly reputable national and international agencies and foundations.

Research Strengths

  • Medical proteomics, biomedical research and personalized medicine
  • Climate science, atmospheric processes and earth observation
  • Conservation, biodiversity, sustainability and aquatic ecology
  • Simulation, modeling and data sciences
  • Geospatial intelligence and geo-information science
  • Astrophysics and planetary science
Students in a lab

R1 Status

A top tier research university and the largest public research university in Virginia

#1 Most Diverse in VA

and #15 most diverse in the US, according to U.S. News and World Report

Robust Network

Faculty connected to leading industries and organizations near Washington DC

* The programs and services offered by George Mason University are open to all who seek them. George Mason does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.