College Teaching (Graduate Certificate Offered by Higher Education Program)

Who should apply?

Students in the Higher Education Program come from varied professional backgrounds in college teaching, university administration, business, the performing arts, and government, and bring a vast spectrum of experience to their studies.

Tuition and Financial Aid

Please refer to the Students Accounts Office website for more information on tuition and fees.

For information on loans and scholarships, visit the Office of Student Financial Aid. For information regarding grants, tuition waivers and other merit aid, please inquire with your graduate department. Additionally, your current employer may provide tuition reimbursement opportunities for graduate studies. (https://studentaccounts.gmu.edu/tuition-fees/)

Why choose George Mason?

The Higher Education Program at Mason offers a close-knit community that includes small class sizes and hands-on research and advising opportunities with faculty. The program’s flexible timeline accommodates both full-time and part-time students. Additionally, students at Mason have access to unparalleled opportunities in research, internships, and work experience that come with being so close to the higher education organizations located within Washington D.C., including the many on One Dupont Circle. For example, the American Council on Education, the Institute for Higher Education Policy, the American Education Research Association, and American Association of Community Colleges all have headquarters in Washington, D.C., and there are conference, career, and learning opportunities that frequently occur within the city.