Prof. Christensen's Honors Biology 213 students conduct experiments during the lab portion of the course.
Prof. Geller and students explore the universe in HNRS 228, Astrobiology: Origins of Habitable Planets.
Dean Burr prepares student to do research in the humanities and social sciences in Honors 110 Research Methods.
Mrinalini Ramanan and her mentor, Prof. Rebecca Forkner, are among those undertaking research funded by the
University Scholar Megan F. and Mason President Alan Merten welcome Ms. Manya Friedman as the keynote speaker forThe Honors College brings both university and general public attention to the increasing excellence of Mason's student body and to the full spectrum of opportunities for academic achievement, professional development, and public service that Mason offers our most highly-motivated undergraduates. The Honors College provides academically talented students in all majors with an enriched academic and social environment that enhances their college experience. Through participation in unique, innovative, and challenging programs, students develop their full potential to lead and be active members of their local, national, and global communities.
The Honors ProgramThe Honors Program in General Education offers highly qualified and motivated students a specially-designed curriculum of innovative courses that provides them with a foundation for their future studies as well as for their lives beyond the university. Read more...
Postgraduate Fellowships and Scholarships Advises promising Mason undergraduates and recent alumni regarding the application process for nationally competitive fellowships. Read more...
Undergraduate Apprenticeship Program Pairs high achieving undergraduate students with faculty mentors to undertake original research or creative projects. Read more...
University Scholars Program Students selected for the University Scholars Program receive the most prestigious scholarship award offered to undergraduates at George Mason University. Read more...
It is my great pleasure to welcome you to the Honors College, the vibrant center of undergraduate intellectual life at George Mason University. The faculty and staff of the college are pleased and proud to provide a diverse selection of programs, services, and classes for highly motivated students such as yourself. No matter your major or outside interests, the design and variety of college offerings will support you in pursuing your goals. From your first days on campus, members of Mason's most distinguished faculty will mentor, advise, and instruct you.
The college commitment to excellence is not limited to academics, as you will find intellectual challenge in equal measure with community support and involvement. With each entering class capped at about 150 (out of approximately 2,500 entering freshmen), you will have all the benefits of a small college community connected to the resources of a large university. You will have the opportunity to engage with this select community not only in classes, but also in the Honors College Residence Halls, study groups, and lounge, on field trips, through service projects, and at regularly scheduled honors gatherings. Participation in the Honors College will enable you to develop long-term connections with other students seeking to be challenged in new ways and who share your motivation to learn - not only about the subjects that directly feed into your specific academic and professional goals, but also about issues and topics that relate to you more broadly as a citizen.
In hopes that you will find both the challenge and the community you seek in the next phase of your education, and with all best wishes,
Dean Burr
The new LLC expands on the freshman program, housed in Mason's Presidents Park, and gives sophomores, juniors and seniors the opportunity to continue to live together in our best housing. The Honors College LLC will be housed in Chesapeake for the 2009-2010 academic year and will have the option of moving to the new Building Z, currently under construction, for the fall of 2010. The Chesapeake housing area offers students the choice of single or double rooms as well as kitchens, living rooms, and lounges throughout the building. This area of the campus also has Mason's new dining hall, South Side, as well as a fitness center, game room and convenience store. Read more...