The diverse colleges and schools at the Science and Technology Campus create an integrated learning ecosystem where interdisciplinary collaboration drives innovation.
This environment, supported by world-class faculty and seamless connections to the broader George Mason community through graduate housing and shuttle services, transforms traditional academic boundaries into launching pads for real-world impact. Whether students are pursuing forensic investigations, advancing microbiology research, or engineering tomorrow's technologies, the concentrated expertise and resources at SciTech Campus position them to tackle complex challenges that span multiple disciplines and shape the future of their chosen fields.
The College of Engineering and Computing prepares students to tackle complex global challenges through an integrated approach that combines engineering and technology with diverse areas of scholarship. Their faculty lead high-impact research in critical fields including sustainability, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence and machine learning, robotics, Next-G wireless communication, statistics and big data, and healthcare technology. These interdisciplinary efforts span departmental boundaries and reflect our commitment to making the world safer, cleaner, and more prosperous.
The College of Education and Human Development is a vibrant and inclusive scholarly community dedicated to promoting learning and development across the life span. Their distinguished faculty includes nationally and internationally recognized scholars, endowed professorships in special education and science education, and five professors who have received the highest honors from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia. The college's innovative research and commitment to research-informed practice, combined with our collaborative community and passion for social justice, position our graduates to become agents of positive change locally, nationally, and globally.
As one of George Mason's largest colleges, the College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) offers an expansive range of disciplinary and interdisciplinary degree programs, conferring upwards of 2,200 degrees per year. Their distinguished faculty of more than 400 includes recipients of the Pulitzer Prize and Guggenheim Fellowship. CHSS delivers critical core courses for the entire university community and is instrumental in George Mason's R1 designation for highest research activity. Rooted in the liberal arts tradition of studying human minds, beliefs, languages, cultures, histories, and creative expression, our community advances cutting-edge research, impactful service, and the critical competencies needed for today's global, knowledge-based economy.
The College of Science blends traditional science education with cutting-edge programs that prepare students for the most sought-after careers shaping our future. Through disciplines as diverse as infectious diseases, drug discovery, biology, chemistry, neuroscience, climate dynamics, environmental conservation, materials science, astronomy, forensic science, computational and data science, and mathematics, the college advances knowledge that informs a more vibrant future for all. High-achieving undergraduate students partner with faculty mentors on original research, while faculty lead collaborations advising governments and organizations on critical challenges in space, energy, water, climate, and emerging technologies. Inside and outside the classroom, the College of Science expands the intellectual curiosity of the next generation of scientists.
The College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) is dedicated to advancing the study, creation, performance, exhibition, and management of the arts. This mission stems from the strong belief in the transformative impact of the arts on individuals and civilizations. By seamlessly blending academic and professional pursuits, CVPA fosters collaboration between the campus and the community, drawing inspiration from both the past and the present. The college actively seeks to embrace new art forms, diverse populations, and innovative working methods to address the evolving needs of the world, both within and beyond the university’s boundaries. Ultimately, CVPA strives to ensure that George Mason’s entire student body has the opportunity to engage with and study the arts as a fundamental component of a well-rounded liberal education.
The Schar School of Policy and Government prepares students to be leaders in advancing the public good across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. Through rigorous academic programs and hands-on research opportunities, the Schar School equips students with the knowledge and skills to address complex policy challenges at the regional, national, and global levels. Their faculty integrate original research with real-world expertise, bridging theory and practice across disciplines including political science, public administration, international relations, economics, management, sociology, anthropology, and law.
A complete list of courses offered can be found in the University Catalog.