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George Mason University

Motto	Freedom and Learning
Type	Public
Established	1957
Endowment	$154.7 million (2021)
President	Gregory Washington
Provost	Mark Ginsberg
Students	39,000+
Undergraduates	26,000+
Postgraduates	13,000+
Location	Fairfax , Virginia , United States
Campus	Suburban
Colors	Green and Gold
Nickname	Patriots
Affiliations	APLU, ORAU
Mascot	The Patriot
Website	www.gmu.edu

George Mason University (GMU, Mason) is a public research university located in Fairfax, Virginia. It was established in 1957 as a branch of the University of Virginia and became an independent institution in 1972. The university is named after George Mason, a Founding Father known for his contributions to the United States Bill of Rights.

History

George Mason University was founded in 1957 as the Northern Virginia University Center of the University of Virginia. In 1972, it became an independent institution and was named after George Mason, a Virginia planter and politician who was instrumental in drafting the Virginia Declaration of Rights, which later influenced the United States Bill of Rights.

Campuses

GMU has multiple campuses, including the main campus in Fairfax, and additional campuses in Arlington, Prince William, and Songdo, South Korea. Each campus specializes in different academic disciplines and research areas.

Fairfax Campus

The Fairfax campus is the largest and serves as the main hub for undergraduate and graduate education. It houses the majority of the university's academic programs, student services, and administrative offices.

Arlington Campus

The Arlington campus focuses on professional and graduate education, particularly in the fields of law, policy, and international affairs. It is home to the Antonin Scalia Law School and the Schar School of Policy and Government.

Prince William Campus

The Prince William campus, also known as the Science and Technology Campus, specializes in research and education in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and health sciences.

Songdo Campus

The Songdo campus in South Korea offers a global education experience and focuses on international business and economics.

Academics

George Mason University offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across various disciplines. The university is organized into several colleges and schools, including:

• College of Humanities and Social Sciences
• College of Science
• Volgenau School of Engineering
• School of Business
• College of Health and Human Services
• College of Visual and Performing Arts
• Antonin Scalia Law School
• Schar School of Policy and Government

Research

GMU is classified as an R1 research university by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The university conducts research in various fields, including biomedical research, information technology, public policy, and environmental science.

Athletics

The George Mason Patriots compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Atlantic 10 Conference. The university offers a variety of sports programs, including basketball, soccer, volleyball, and track and field.

Notable Alumni

George Mason University has a diverse and accomplished alumni network. Some notable alumni include:

• Anousheh Ansari, engineer and entrepreneur
• Archie Kao, actor
• Hala Gorani, journalist
• Ken Cuccinelli, politician

Related Pages

• University of Virginia
• Founding Fathers of the United States
• United States Bill of Rights
• Fairfax, Virginia
• NCAA Division I
• Atlantic 10 Conference