How? By providing an easy-to-access, for-credit, work-based program that adds real, hands-on experience and in-demand skills to your college degree. 

Undergraduate students are faced with a unique challenge of completing an internship while also pursuing their bachelors degree. With this one-semester program, you can get real-world experience and increase your marketable skills, making it easier to enter the workforce. 

We replaced the typical lecture with the highest-quality course videos ever. Now you can learn in-demand skills at your own pace, with 1:1 support available anytime.

Complete capstone projects developed with top companies that simulate early-career experience, giving you impressive certifications for your resume and LinkedIn.

Master emotional intelligence to gain a competitive edge in your future job search and stand out in a globally connected workforce.

Upon completion, you'll receive certifications for your resume and LinkedIn. These unlock special access to full and part-time career opportunities at top companies.

Join students from Harvard, Georgetown, and over 70 other universities twice a week for an online class, collaborating on real-world case studies.

Got questions?

George Mason is proud to offer the The Global Career Accelerator to all our career-minded students. This program was designed to be accessible to any major and fit into your degree.
NO PREREQUISITES REQUIRED.

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Students from 80+ partner institutions enroll in The Global Career Accelerator and gain access to an exclusive career network and events.

Choose the credit option that works best for your budget, your graduation goals, and your needs this semester:

• 6-credit option: Cost equals 6 credits of tuition (added to your block tuition)
• 3-credit option: Cost equals 3 credits of tuition + $852 Study Abroad fee (added to your block tuition)

Money-saving tip: Take 6 credits of George Mason courses + the 6-credit GCA option to pay the same as your typical block tuition rate while staying full-time.

For complete pricing details and credit options available, check out the program cost sheet or chat with an advisor!

Over 10,000 students have enrolled in The Global Career Accelerator, boosting their resumes and chances of scoring their dream job.

Your Career Prep Timeline: A Year-by-Year Guide

Follow this timeline to build your skills, gain experience, and make informed career decisions each college year. From exploring paths to launching your job search, these actionable steps will set you up for post-graduation success. Dive in and start planning your future.

Earn credit while building in-demand skills, certifications, and real-work experience.

The George Mason Global Career Accelerator is offered in partnership with Podium Education, the leader in experiential learning, supercharging the undergraduate degree with real-world, project-based experiences that prepare all students for high-growth careers.

The program is offered through George Mason University.

Contact the George Mason Global Career Accelerator Team at (571) 999-7068.

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