George Mason University is a young university that, in just a short time, has made impressive strides in size, stature and influence. Today, they are the largest public research university in Virginia with four campuses in Virginia and one in Songdo, Korea. They have grown to more than 37,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Their commitment to serving their students, community and the world is having a measurable impact.

Mason's 10 colleges and schools cover all academic areas, as well as providing the opportunity for students to craft their own course of study. With over 82 undergraduate degrees with different concentrations and 89 master's degrees, students are bound to find something that fits. Whether students are passionate about a certain subject or want to explore their options, they will be provided the advice, guidance, and grounding they need to make their mark.

George Mason is a progressive, diverse university and their leadership reflects that. Their leaders come from many different backgrounds, many different places, and each of them brings something different to the table. It is these very contrasts that allow them to look beyond the expected as they share the responsibility and commitment to ensure the success of the students in their academic goals, personal lives, careers, communities and whatever other endeavours they may choose to pursue.

George Mason University has a partnership with INTO University Partnerships that supports international students from application to graduation. Through INTO Mason's academic programs, students can start their university experience while improving their language and academic skills to the point where they can comfortably and confidently attend classes at Mason in any area of study. The programs include: Academic English, International Year One, Undergraduate Transfer Program, Graduate Pathways and Bridge Program. When students successfully complete an International Year One, Transfer or Graduate Pathway program, they'll be ready to continue to their degree program at Mason.

Why George Mason University

• Campus Life: Live on the edge of Washington, DC, the capital of the United States and hub for business, culture, government and research. Brimming with innovation and opportunity, George Mason University is central to it all—and puts students on the fast-track to career development and networking in leading industries.

• Facilities: As a Mason student, students have access to all the university facilities including recreation centres, dining halls, more than 30 on-campus restaurants, a state-of-the-art library, arena, research labs, performing arts centres, Innovation Exchange and more!

• Research: Mason is one of the top research universities in the nation, holding an R1 designation from the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. They are the largest public research university in Virginia, and account for almost 60 percent of the growth of higher education in the state.

• Student Culture: Learn to juggle. Celebrate Arabic culture. Join student government. With more than 350 student organizations at Mason, there are so many ways for students to find their niches, get involved, and meet new friends in the process.