George Mason University

#57 in Top Public Schools1

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Delivering a Transformative Education Aligned to Your Goals 

George Mason prepares students to shape the future of their industries with dynamic programs and in-depth curricula tailored to the most in-demand career fields. As Virginia’s largest research university, we’re proud of our dedication to excellence and are committed to delivering an education that blends theory with experiential learning led by faculty who are industry experts. George Mason graduates are empowered with advanced expertise and practical skills aligned to their professional goals.

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  • George Mason was ranked the #25 Most Innovative School in 2025.1 
  • George Mason was ranked #20 for Internships in 2025.1 
  • Programs feature flexible formats and lifelong career services.
  • Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). 

Programs at George Mason University

At George Mason, you can pursue a career-focused graduate degree or certificate without putting your other priorities on hold. Pursue your studies online or on campus as a full- or part-time student and learn from distinguished faculty members who support your learning every step of the way.

Graduate Degrees

Designed for working professionals, George Mason’s graduate degree programs utilize career-focused curricula that deliver advanced expertise in a flexible format. Explore our online and on-campus degree options below. 

Business

Boost your earning potential and open doors to new career opportunities with a business graduate degree from George Mason. Learn from internationally renowned faculty and graduate ready to lead in your industry.

  • MA in Economics (Online)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) (Online)
  • MPS in Applied Industrial and Organizational Psychology (Online)

Education

Build advanced knowledge and learn research-based practices to make a more meaningful impact in classrooms and beyond.

  • MEd in Special Education – Autism Spectrum Disorders (Online)
  • MEd in Special Education – Behavior Analysis (Online)
  • MS in Learning Design and Technology (Online)
  • MS in Learning Design and Technology – Learning Technologies – E-Learning (Online)

Engineering and Technology

Become an innovator and leader in the public, private, and nonprofit sectors with in-demand technology skills and the confidence to navigate an evolving field.

  • MS in Applied Information Technology (Online)
    • MS AIT – Cyber Security
    • MS AIT – Data Analytics and Intelligence Methods
    • MS AIT – Machine Learning Engineering
  • MS in Computer Science (Online)
  • MS in Data Analytics Engineering (Online)

Global Health

Prepare to work in diverse cultural and multidisciplinary environments with a master’s degree in global health from George Mason. Learn from distinguished faculty and graduate with advanced skills for your career.

  • MS in Global Health (On Campus)
  • MPH in Global Health (On Campus)

Health Informatics

Learn to make data-driven decisions with a master’s degree in health informatics. Choose from four tailored concentrations and explore a curriculum that combines theory and practice.

  • MS in Health Informatics
    • MSHI – Health Data Analytics (Online & On Campus)
    • MSHI – Health Informatics Management (Online & On Campus)
    • MSHI – Public Health Informatics (On Campus)
    • MSHI – Quality Analytics (On Campus)

Health Systems Management

Gain strategic, business, analytic, and decision-making skills for the evolving health care industry with an MHA from George Mason. Choose from two concentrations and earn your degree online or on campus.

  • Master of Health Administration (MHA) in Health Systems Management (Online & On Campus)
    • MHA – Healthcare Quality
    • MHA – Executive

Nursing

Prepare for the next step in your nursing career with a master’s degree, or earn the terminal practice degree in your profession with a DNP. Choose from multiple concentrations and learn from industry experts.

*George Mason University also offers BSN-DNP and MSN-DNP pathways. Request more information.

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) (On Campus)
    • DNP – Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
    • DNP – Family Nurse Practitioner
    • DNP – Nursing Administration
    • DNP – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • MS in Nursing (MSN) – Family Nurse Practitioner (Online & On Campus)

Nutrition

Develop a tailored skill set for the growing nutrition industry with a master’s degree from George Mason. Choose from three career-focused concentrations and engage in hands-on coursework led by experienced faculty members.

  • MS in Nutrition (On Campus)
    • Community Nutrition
    • Dietetics
    • Nutrition and Performance

Public Health

Improve health in diverse populations with an MPH from George Mason. Study a robust, experiential curriculum and tailor your degree with one of seven concentrations.

  • Master of Public Health (MPH)
    • MPH – Community Health Promotion (On Campus)
    • MPH – Epidemiology (On Campus)
    • MPH – Food Security and Nutrition (On Campus)
    • MPH – Global Health (On Campus)
    • MPH – Health Equity and Social Justice (On Campus)
    • MPH – Health Policy (On Campus)
    • MPH – Public Health Practice (Online)

Social Work

Enhance human well-being with a social work master’s degree from George Mason. Choose from two concentrations and study online or on campus in this flexible program led by experienced faculty members. Advanced Standing, Part Time, Accelerated, 2-year, 3-year, 4-year, and Dual Degree pathways available.

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) (Online & On Campus)
    • MSW – Children, Youth, and Families
    • MSW – Adults and Healthy Aging

Graduate Certificates

We offer a range of graduate certificates designed to support professional learning and career advancement for working adults. Explore our online, hybrid, and on campus certificates below.

Business

Develop the big data talents that businesses desire through the hands-on application of modeling tools and other techniques. Graduate with skills you can apply right away in your career.

  • Business Analytics Graduate Certificate (Online)

Education

Build specialized skills, strengthen your credentials, and open new career opportunities without committing to a full degree. Designed for flexibility and impact, our programs position you as a leader in education.

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders Graduate Certificate (Online)
  • E-Learning Graduate Certificate (Online)

Engineering and Technology

Learn to glean meaningful information from big data and grow your professional network by connecting with peers and renowned faculty members from around the globe.

  • Data Analytics Engineering Graduate Certificate (Online)

Global Health

Prepare to promote health in a global context with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Pursue your credential on a full- or part-time basis and learn from expert faculty members who support student success.

  • Global Health Graduate Certificate (On Campus)

Health Informatics

Learn to make data-driven decisions with a certificate in health informatics. Study online or on campus as you explore a curriculum that combines theory and practice in engaging courses led by distinguished faculty.

  • Health Informatics and Data Analytics Graduate Certificate (Online & On Campus)

Healthcare Quality

Learn to evaluate health care quality and measure the effectiveness of outcomes with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Learn from industry experts in courses designed to facilitate real-world learning.

  • Healthcare Quality Graduate Certificate (Online)

Nursing

Prepare for the next step in your nursing career with a post-master’s certificate from George Mason. Choose the program that best aligns with your goals and learn in engaging courses led by industry experts.

  • Post-Master’s Graduate Certificate – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (On Campus)
  • Post-Master’s Graduate Certificate – Nursing Education (On Campus)

Nutrition

Gain a tailored skill set for the expanding nutrition industry with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Choose from two career-focused concentrations and engage in hands-on coursework led by experienced faculty members.

  • Nutrition Graduate Certificate (On Campus)
    • Community Nutrition
    • Food Security

Public Health

Prepare to address the most pressing health problems around the world with a graduate certificate from George Mason. Choose from a range of options to earn the certificate that best aligns with your career path.

  • Epidemiology Graduate Certificate (On Campus)
  • Public Health Graduate Certificate (On Campus)
    • Generalist
    • Leadership and Management

Social Work

Enhance human well-being with a social work graduate certificate from George Mason.

  • Gerontology Graduate Certificate (On Campus)

On Campus or Online, George Mason Fits Your Life and Goals

Whether you study on campus or online, you’ll complete the same rigorous curriculum and be held to the same high standards. Faculty teach courses on campus and online, ensuring consistency and access to distinguished experts for students across the globe. All students benefit from George Mason’s robust support services, including library resources, the writing center, academic advising, and career services.

Future-Proof Your Career and Grow Your Earning Potential 

A graduate credential from George Mason University can lead to new opportunities for professionals seeking to advance in their current career or pivot to a new role. Our distinguished faculty members deliver engaging coursework that combines theory and practice, complete with opportunities for experiential learning. Graduate equipped with the practical skills to thrive in high-growth jobs such as nurse practitioner, data scientist, information security analyst, and more. 

Nationally Recognized Programs at George Mason

George Mason University is regularly recognized for delivering a quality education that results in positive outcomes for our graduates. Many of our graduate programs received national ranking in 2025, including those listed below.1

#5 in Best Online Master’s in Special Education 

#10 in Best Nursing Schools: Doctor of Nursing Practice

#10 in Best Online Master’s in Industrial Engineering

#16 in Best Nursing Schools: Master’s

#33 in Health Care Management

#36 in Best Public Affairs Programs

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  1. U.S. News & World Report. “George Mason University Rankings.” Retrieved October 21, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/.

Professional Licensure Disclosure & Disclaimers

This program has been identified by George Mason University as one that may lead to a career requiring professional licensure/certification. Federal regulations require George Mason to disclose information as to whether this program meets/does not meet the educational requirements for licensure/certification in your state, or whether such a determination has not been made. Please consult our Licensure Disclosure Tool for the disclosure statement specific to your desired state/program combination.

Autism Spectrum Disorder – This program is intended to provide advanced study of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). George Mason University is currently exploring autism-specific licensure opportunities that may exist in your state upon completion of the program; however, this degree program is not intended to fully prepare students for teaching licensure in any state. Students are strongly encouraged to be proactive and verify all licensure information.

Behavior Analysis – This program is designed to meet the Behavior Analyst Certification Board’s 2027 Pathway 2 requirements for eligibility to sit for the Board Certified Behavior Analyst examination, and George Mason is pursuing recognition through the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI)’s Tiered Model of Education. Pursuit of recognition does not denote recognition status. This program does not provide the 2,000 hours of field experience required by BACB for certification. Licensure requirements vary from state to state. Please check the BACB website for information on licensure, by state. This degree program is not intended to fully prepare students for teaching or pre-approved for Behavior Analyst licensure in any state.

At this time, the Behavior Analyst Certification Board™ is offering the Behavior Analyst Certification Examination™ only in English, and only in the United States. Students residing in other countries are advised to review BACB website for information on international development and to check with their local governing bodies to determine requirements for credentialing in their country of residence.