Program Overview

Program Summary

The Geography BA and BS programs at George Mason University offer students the opportunity to study the integrated social and environmental processes that continuously shape and reshape the world we live in. Both degrees provide broad training across the core subdisciplines of geography—human, physical, and GIScience—preparing students to address complex local, regional, and global challenges.

Program Description

The Geography BA and BS programs at Mason provide students with the synthesis skills and broad base of knowledge that prepares them to be successful in an ever-evolving job market. The Department of Geography and Geoinformation Science fosters a supportive, active learning environment in which students are encouraged to work closely with both faculty and peers.

Program Details

• The program is 100% online.
• Credits: 120 total.
• Degree: BA/BS.
• College/School: College of Science.
• Start Date: 1/20/2026.

Careers

Students will find numerous opportunities for employment in both the private and public sectors, as well as in academia. Given their interdisciplinary approach and uniquely spatial perspective, geographers are well suited to address important local, regional, and global challenges in today's world.

Courses

The curriculum in this major provides students with the synthesis skills and broad base of knowledge that prepares them to be successful in an ever-evolving job market. For more information on courses, visit the GMU Catalog:

• Geography BA
• Geography BS

Why Choose George Mason?

In today's digitized age, technology advances the way we live and work. A Geography and Geoinformation Sciences department degree provides students with state-of-the-art geospatial knowledge to pursue careers in industry and academia.

Who Should Apply?

This degree is ideal for students who are curious about the connections between people, places, and environments—and want to use that knowledge to solve real-world problems. If you're interested in a career that could span public service, private industry, or academia, and you're drawn to interdisciplinary thinking and big-picture challenges at local, regional, or global scales, explore this program.