Linked Courses students report that such classes help them learn material in depth, encourage creativity, and enable them to develop a better sense of community. The Honors Program in General Education provides highly qualified students with an integrated foundation for their future studies. Its challenging, interdisciplinary curriculum satisfies general education requirements for graduation while preparing students for work in their major. Through intensive discussion in small classes, students learn to probe the foundations of knowledge, develop new skills in addressing complex issues, and think independently, imaginatively, and ethically. The program seeks to develop a sense of intellectual community among its students and faculty members.
Admission is limited and competitive.
Applicants are evaluated on the strength of their entire academic record and leadership qualities. Participation in the program leads to honors programs within undergraduate majors. Located in the Johnson Center, CGE offers a wide range of study abroad programs and services available to students. Polaris and Aladin are accessible throughout the library and from remote locations via MasonLink. As a member of the Virtual Library of Virginia, the university also has access, through the Internet, to the library holdings of six of Virginia's largest universities.