Why Choose CEC?

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Earn your degree from a Top 100 school.

Our long-standing relationships with high-tech industry and government give you a headstart on your career path. Choose from a wide range of programs and certificates to find what's right for you.

Our three locations in Northern Virginia provide access to high-tech industry with exciting career opportunities.

Top Stories
Constructing Her Future
Leslie Hernandez, a first generation engineering student, spoke about her internship with Clark Construction.
Chief AI Officer
Amarda Shehu, Associate VP for Research became the university's first chief artificial intelligence officer.
Migrating Particles Through Space
Jeff Moran, assistant professor in mechanical engineering, researches how aerosols move through space.
Sun rays wash over the Nguyen Engineering Building in the afternoon
Fairfax Campus
Fairfax Campus

Our convenient location in suburban Fairfax County affords proximity to Washington, D.C. Offices, labs, and classroom permit interdisciplinary collaboration between faculty.

Mason Square campus with new brand logo
Mason Square
Mason Square

In Arlington, the college is expanding its presence at Mason Square. In 2025 the new Fuse building will open allowing for growth in many educational and research programs. 

Life Sciences and Engineering building on SciTech Campus in Manassas, Virginia
SciTech Campus
SciTech Campus

SciTech (Science and Technology) Campus in Manassas, Virginia, is the site of the new Life Sciences and Engineering Building and the Nanofabrication Facility.

All Together Different
Top 100
We are a top 100 college in engineering and computing
#1
Best in Virginia for Innovation
27%
Our students are 27 percent of the university's student population.
9th
The CEC is ninth in DoD research funding.
35
We have 35 interdisciplinary degree programs taught by expert faculty.
30+
With over 30 student organizations, our students gain community and network opportunities.
40 years old
We've accomplished so much as a young college and are continuing to grow.
12th
ASEE survey data places us at #12 in highest undergraduate enrollment.

High-Impact Stories

Research Highlights

The CEC conducts high-level research through our faculty who partner with government agencies and multinational corporations in various tech and engineering industries.

Satellite Save
Learn more about this satellite dish

Peter Pachowicz, associate professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, worked with CACI in reclaiming a 30-year-old satellite dish.

Areas of Expertise

Our unique Northern Virginia locations allow access to industry, government, non-profits, and start-ups. We promote big ideas that tackle society's grand challenges.

Bioengineering Associate Professor Quentin Sanders with his robotic arm device
Assistive Technology
Learn more about his research

Quentin Sanders, assistant professor in the Department of Bioengineering, builds assistive devices that help people who suffer from neurological and physical injuries.

 Signature Student Experiences

As part of Virginia's largest public R1 university, we can offer amazing facilities and research opportunities for students at all levels, yet our dedicated faculty connect with students individually and personally.
Fuse topping out ceremony in Arlington.
Ice Cream Social at BLAST Off Week.
Lighter than Air Robotic Balloons.
Alumna Britney Aiken.

In the Heart of Northern Virginia

For four decades our prime location in Washington. D.C.'s technology corridor has given our graduates and researchers unparalleled access to industry and government. We're proud of our long-term connections and always ready to tackle the next big idea.
Student Success
The Office of Outreach, Student Success, and Engagement (OSSE) ensures our students get the support they need by offering workshops, events, and centers that foster community.
Faculty Expertise
Our faculty are an elite group of professionals with experience and connection in the industry. They're also passionate about giving students the tools to advance engineering and technology to new levels.
Research Opportunities
George Mason is an R1-ranked university. Undergraduate students gain research opportunities through senior design projects, student competitions, and faculty mentorship.

  Prepare for Tomorrow Today

The College of Engineering and Computing blends traditional engineering and computing disciplines with sought-after programs in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), big data, health care technology, nanotechnology, and power engineering to prepare students for exciting careers and leadership at the forefront of interdisciplinary domains.