George Mason University ranks #1 in Virginia for best value, internships, and upward mobility. Read the full story about George Mason's rankings here.
George Mason’s rankings soar for internships, upward mobility, and innovation
Experiential Learning
100% of students in the College of Public Health complete at least one experiential learning opportunity before they graduate—so it’s no surprise that George Mason has been recognized as the #1 university in Virginia for internships.
Internships are just one way students across all CPH degree programs gain valuable experience. Every student participates in student research projects, practicums, internships, capstone experiences, or clinicals before they graduate.
Patricia Tran, a Master of Health Informatics student intern, developed a 5G-enabled telemedicine technology; nursing students help with back-to-school immunization clinic; and student researcher, Archana Vardhan’ aims to improve the postnatal outcomes of mothers of color. Learn more about these experiential learning opportunities and more.
Upward Mobility
Interprofessional, hands-on learning opportunities differentiate CPH students, making them highly sought after in their field and ready to make an immediate impact—the College has undoubtedly bolstered George Mason’s position in the top 20 nationally for upward mobility
CPH graduates enter into high-demand and fast-growing fields like nursing, dietetics, hospital administration, and social work. In fact, 88% of recent CPH graduates report positive career outcomes and more than 91% of undergrads are employed in their field of choice. With CPH grads finding career success, it’s no wonder George Mason also ranked #1 in Virginia for upward mobility.
Social Work alum Gary T. Taylor is destigmatizing mental health support and normalizing therapy in the Black community one barbershop at a time; Blythe Dellinger is forging ahead in public health advocacy; and Kadija Conteh-Barrat, founder and CEO of Manak Community Health Organization (MaCHO), advances health equity in underserved communities in Sierra Leone. Learn more about how CPH alumni are achieving great things in their careers and their communities.
Innovation
The College of Public Health is also a great place to innovate for good – and a meaningful contributor to George Mason’s ranking in the U.S. News top 25 in the nation for innovation.
A national leader in interdisciplinary virtual reality, simulation, and immersive technologies – the College is home to the cutting-edge center for Immersive Technologies and Simulation for student training and education.
The Social Work Department’s case simulations go virtual in the center for immersive technologies and simulation and how Hong Xue will revolutionize smoking cession programs with an AI-powered tool. Discover how CPH innovates to improve health and well-being for all.