At George Mason University in Fairfax, VA, United States, the Department of Systems Engineering and Operations Research (SEOR), within the College of Engineering and Computing, serves as a dynamic hub for studying and optimizing complex systems. It delivers a robust education through its ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science in Systems and Industrial Engineering and a suite of graduate programs, including Master's and PhD degrees in Systems Engineering and Operations Research. Expert faculty engage in impactful research and prepare students for successful careers across diverse sectors. Benefiting from its National Capital Region location, the department fosters strong collaborations with government and industry, driving innovation in areas like operations research, supply chain, healthcare, and data analytics. Its graduate offerings are nationally recognized.
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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.
