You’re Invited: Schar School Graduate Programs Open Houses

Join the Schar School of Policy and Government at George Mason University for an upcoming virtual open house for prospective students! Learn more about our top-ranked degrees as our sessions will explore master’s, certificate and PhD programs.

Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
Tuesday, September 15
6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

PhD Virtual Open House
Wednesday, September 23
7-8:30 p.m. (EDT)

Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
Thursday, October 22
6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

Master’s and Certificate Virtual Open House
Thursday, November 12
6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

George Mason’s Schar School of Policy and Government is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 2 best school in the U.S. for security studies programs relating to intelligence, counterterrorism, and emergency management. With dedicated career services advisors, 16,000+ passionate alumni around the globe, and a faculty of leaders and experts in their fields, you will benefit from a world-class education.

Graduate Certificate Programs (5 Courses Each)

Part-time and full-time options available

• Biodefense, Certificate
• Emergency Management and Homeland Security, Certificate
• Global Health and Security, Certificate
• Illicit Trade Analysis, Certificate
• National Security and Public Policy, Certificate
• Nonprofit Management, Certificate
• Public Management, Certificate
• Science, Technology, and Security, Certificate
• Strategic Trade, Certificate
• Terrorism and Homeland Security, Certificate

Master’s Degree Programs

Part-time and full-time options available

• Biodefense, MS (Offered on-campus, online and through a combination of both)
• International Commerce and Policy, MA
• International Security, MA
• Organization Development and Knowledge Management, MS
• Political Science, MA
• Public Administration, MPA
• Public Policy, MPP
• Transportation Policy, Operations, and Logistics, MA

PHD Degree Programs

Part-time and full-time options available

• Biodefense, PhD
• Political Science, PhD
• Public Policy, PhD

To learn more about graduate programs at the Schar School, fill out the inquiry form to indicate your interest to the Admissions team or register for a virtual open house.