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George Mason University is much more than a traditional, four-year university. Since its founding in 1972, George Mason has pioneered a new model for the modern public American university, addressing many of the challenges facing higher education today. At Mason, students come first. Mason`s top priority is to provide students with transformational learning experiences that help them grow as individuals, scholars, and professionals. Mason is committed to being a university for the world, a place where we work across cultures, bringing new perspectives and solutions to the world`s most pressing problems and preparing our students to navigate in the world. Mason is innovative: we question current thinking and try new ideas. Mason is diverse: our culture of inclusion, our multidisciplinary approach, and our global perspective make us more effective educators and scholars. Mason is entrepreneurial: we put ideas into action. And Mason is accessible: we are an open and welcoming community that partners with public and private organizations in our region and around the world. Mason students have opportunities to advance their careers both inside and outside the classroom, including internships at nationally and internationally recognized companies and organizations. With strong undergraduate and graduate degree programs, Mason students are routinely recognized with national and international scholarships and awards. A George Mason University education is an excellent investment.