Located in Fairfax Virginia United States George Mason University's Department of Computer Science is a key component of the Volgenau School of Engineering. It provides a comprehensive suite of academic programs spanning undergraduate degrees like the ABET-accredited BS CS and interdisciplinary BS ACS through masters and doctoral levels. Benefiting from its location in a major technology hub the department fosters strong connections with industry offering students valuable opportunities for practical experience and career development. With a focus on cutting-edge research across areas such as AI cybersecurity and data science and supported by a strong faculty the department is recognized for preparing graduates for diverse roles in the rapidly evolving field of computing.
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The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very high research activity". Two professors were awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics during their time at George Mason University: James M. Buchanan in 1986 and Vernon L. Smith in 2002.EagleBank Arena, a 10,000-seat arena and concert venue operated by the university, is located on the Fairfax campus. The university recognizes 500 student groups as well as 41 fraternities and sororities.