Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution at George Mason University
If you plan to study Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution, you may want to check out the program at George Mason University. Get started with the following essential facts.
George Mason University is in Fairfax, VA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 130 peace studies & conflict resolution graduations were recorded at George Mason University.
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Online Class Availability at George Mason University
Online coursework is an option at George Mason University. Among 39,766 students, 7,435 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 20,269 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Rankings at George Mason University
Rankings can help you compare George Mason University’s Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 24 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 9 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 24 |
Earnings for Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Graduates from George Mason University
Those who finish George Mason University’s Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,373 |
| 2 years | $50,336 |
| 3 years | $55,880 |
| 4 years | $55,535 |
| 5 years | $81,496 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution graduates from George Mason University report median earnings of $55,535, compared with $79,668 for all George Mason University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution graduates from George Mason University is $25,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution graduates at George Mason University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution graduates at George Mason University are 65% women (85) and 35% men (45).
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Bachelor’s Program at George Mason University
Among the 46 bachelor’s peace studies & conflict resolution degrees awarded at George Mason University, 67% were women (31) and 33% were men (15).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution bachelor’s degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 15 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 37% of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution bachelor’s degree recipients at George Mason University, above the national average of 35%.*
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Master’s Program at George Mason University
Among the 70 master’s peace studies & conflict resolution degrees awarded at George Mason University, 66% were women (46) and 34% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution master’s degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Minority students account for 31% of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution master’s degree recipients at George Mason University, above the national average of 30%.*
Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Doctoral Program at George Mason University
Of the 10 doctoral peace studies & conflict resolution graduates at George Mason University, 50% were women (5) and 50% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution doctoral degree recipients at George Mason University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution doctoral degree recipients at George Mason University, lower than the national average of 24%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Concentrations at George Mason University
This Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution program at George Mason University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution | 130 |
Best-Paid Careers for Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution Graduates
Students who finish Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution program at George Mason University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Peace Studies & Conflict Resolution majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Arbitrators, Mediators, and Conciliators | $93,794 |
| Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | $68,967 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.