Graduate Admissions

Discover how Virginia’s largest public research university and the nation’s youngest R1 research school can prepare you to tackle the challenges of tomorrow.

Mason is a place where you’ll be encouraged to think freely and take risks - to spark cutting-edge research and discovery. You’ll study at the nation’s crossroads of government and industry, with access to entrepreneurs, industry leaders, and change-makers. And you’ll graduate career-ready, with the knowledge and network to create a better world. That’s just some of what makes Mason All Together Different.

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Academics and Majors

Explore Mason’s 132 master’s and doctoral degree programs as well as more than 100 graduate-level certificates.

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Deadlines and Requirements

Review application deadlines and graduate school admission requirements.

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Costs and Aid

Learn more about the costs of earning your graduate degree from Mason and the types of financial aid that may be available to you.

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