Graduate Programs in Fairfax, Virginia

Prospective students in Fairfax can choose from 3 graduate programs at 1 local institution — including George Mason University. 2 offer an online or hybrid path, and the strongest concentrations locally are MLOps/AI Engineering and Generative AI and LLMs.

Programs
3
Universities
1
Degree Levels
Master
Online / Hybrid
2 programs
Avg. Cost
~$26,090

All 3 Programs in Fairfax

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George Mason University

George Mason University | MS in Computer Science - Machine Learning

💰$21,270 total
2 years
🎯Generative AI and LLMs
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MasterOnline

George Mason University

George Mason University | Online Master of Computer Science – AI & Databases

💰$28,500 total
1.5 years
🎯MLOps/AI Engineering
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MasterOn-Campus

George Mason University

George Mason University | MS in Artificial Intelligence

💰$28,500 total
1 year
🎯AI Ethics/Policy
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Why study in Fairfax?

Fairfax concentrates 3 graduate programs across 1 institution, with the widest selection at George Mason University (3). The mix includes 3 master's-level programs. Locally, the most common specializations are MLOps/AI Engineering, Generative AI and LLMs and Deep Learning — useful if you already know the direction you want. 2 of the 3 programs (67%) can be taken online or hybrid, so you can stay in Fairfax — or study from anywhere — without giving up local employer ties. Budget-wise, listed tuition averages about $26.1K total, starting near $21.3K at the most affordable end.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many graduate programs are in Fairfax?

Fairfax, Virginia has 3 graduate programs across 1 institution such as George Mason University. 3 are at the master's level. 2 include an online or hybrid option.

What can you specialize in studying in Fairfax?

The most common concentrations among Fairfax programs are MLOps/AI Engineering, Generative AI and LLMs and Deep Learning. Individual program pages list the full specialization and elective options for each degree.

What do graduate programs in Fairfax cost?

Estimated total tuition for programs in Fairfax averages around $26.1K, starting near $21.3K at the low end. Actual cost depends on residency, format, and institution — check each program page for current figures.

Can I study online from Fairfax?

Yes — 2 of the 3 programs in Fairfax (67%) offer online or hybrid delivery, so you can study while keeping local employer connections.

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