Mason is not just an institution of higher education and excellence. Mason is an institution of higher purpose.
We Dare to Imagine a Better World
At Mason, we believe it will take all of us together to reimagine a better tomorrow. We are unapologetically focused on action, ready to take on the world’s full, messy truths so that we may learn and grow wiser from them.
We welcome diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and ideology.
U.S. News & World Report Ranks 5 of Mason's programs in the Top 20
Mason’s stature as the most innovative and diverse public university in the Commonwealth of Virginia positions it to provide evolving online learning opportunities. Read More
Mason's research shows its strength in National Science Foundation (NSF) report
George Mason University’s $214 million in research funding in fiscal year 2021 represented an increase of more than $100 million over five years and puts the university on track to meet its goal of $225 million by 2025. Read More.
Women's History Month
Mason celebrates Women's History Month by honoring the ongoing achievements and contributions of Mason women who have played a vital role in our culture, society, and community.

Photo of the Week
Milan Pierre-Jerome, a captain on Mason's women's soccer team, is part of the Haitian national team that will be the first to play in the Women's World Cup. Learn more about her.
Around Mason
Athletics
Upcoming home events
Mar. 15 – Softball vs. Coppin State, 2 p.m. (DH)
Mar. 17 – Men's Volleyball vs. Fairleigh Dickinson, 7 p.m.
View the complete Athletics schedule and results.
Performing Arts
Mason Dance Company Gala Concert and Fête
March 24–25 at 8 p.m.
Center for the Arts
Go for Gold!
2020 Olympic Karate Athlete Sakura Kokumai
March 30, 2–3 p.m.
Fairfax Campus, Johnson Center, Cinema
Visiting Filmmakers Series
Margaret Brown and Kern Jackson with Descendant
March 30, 5 PM - 8 PM
Mason News
Mason launches Graduate Division
George Mason University’s Office of the Provost celebrated the launch of the Graduate Division at a kick-off breakfast ceremony on Jan. 31. The new division, directed by Associate Provost Laurence Bray, plays a lead role in preparing well-rounded and diverse graduates to contribute to research productivity and workforce development.
Learn more about the new division will support graduate student success.
George Mason University’s Office of the Provost celebrated the launch of the Graduate Division at a kick-off breakfast ceremony on Jan. 31.
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