About
Flexible Online Education
George Mason University, Virginia’s largest public research university, brings top-tier education to students everywhere with Mason Online. As recognized by U.S. News & World Report in the Best Online Programs rankings, Mason Online delivers excellence across multiple disciplines.
Whether you’re advancing your career, balancing life commitments, or stationed abroad, our online programs offer the same academic excellence, rigor, and faculty support as on-campus courses—delivered in a format that fits your life.
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Academic Excellence
George Mason University is Virginia’s leading university for value and upward mobility, and ranked in the top 25 nationally for innovation according to U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges 2025. George Mason also achieved a new distinction from U.S. News, as a top 20 school nationally and No. 1 in Virginia for internships, reflecting its commitment to developing the talent needed for today’s dynamic workforce demands.
Additionally, the university ranks as a top 50 public university nationally in the Wall Street Journal’s Best Colleges in the U.S..
“As Virginia’s largest and most diverse public university, George Mason is a leader in advancing Virginia as a top state in business and education,” said George Mason President Gregory Washington. “George Mason serves families by providing flexibility and affordability of educational excellence and serves the commonwealth by driving innovation for economic development. Most of our graduates stay in Virginia and around the Washington, D.C. region, building a strong career-ready pipeline critical to regional and state prosperity.”
Flexible & Accessible
- Choose from 200+ undergraduate and graduate degrees, minors, and certificates.
- Learn anytime, anywhere with fully online and hybrid options.
- Designed for working professionals, military students, and lifelong learners.
A Global & Collaborative Campus
George Mason is home to nearly 10,000 faculty and staff, serving more than 39,000 students. With students from 130+ countries and all 50 states, George Mason mirrors the future workforce and society, fostering a collaborative learning environment where all can thrive.
Career-Focused & Future-Ready
- 89% of recent alumni report career advancement within six months.
- Top 10 in research growth among U.S. public universities (NSF).
- Programs designed to prepare students for leadership in a global world.
Choose Mason Online and transform your future—on your terms.