The Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter School for Peace and Conflict Resolution is a community of faculty, students, staff, alumni, and partners with a fundamental commitment to building peace. Through the development of cutting-edge theory, research, education, and practical work, we seek to identify and address the underlying causes of conflict and provide tools for ethical and just peacebuilding on the local, national, and global stages.
The Carter School – home for UN SDG16: Peace, Justice, & Strong Institutions
Out of more than 330 applications, George Mason was selected to chair SDG 16 Hub, a position it will hold for the next three years. In a letter from the United Nations, it says George Mason “was selected based on its pioneering research and programs focused on promoting peace and conflict resolution” as well as the university’s educational policies.
As Hub Chair, the Carter School will be responsible for education and training, research, community engagement, developing partnerships, and working with other SDG hubs to strengthen and further the United Nations’ mission of peace and justice.
Learn about our Academic Programs
The Carter School offers undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and professional programs focused on peacebuilding, conflict resolution, and global justice.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate degree programs offered by the Carter School
The Carter School offers 2 undergraduate majors.
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Bachelor of Arts in Conflict Analysis and Resolution
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Bachelor of Science in Conflict Analysis and Resolution
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Accelerated Master’s Program Combined bachelor’s and master’s pathway; not a standalone undergraduate major.
Resources for Transfer Students
Undergraduate minor programs offered by the Carter School
The Carter School offers six interdisciplinary minors.
Master's
Master’s degree programs offered by the Carter School
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Master of Science (MS) in Conflict Analysis and Resolution
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Online Master of Science (MOL) in Conflict Analysis and Resolution
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Dual Master's Degrees in Conflict Resolution and Mediterranean Security with the University of Malta
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Dual Master’s Degrees in Conflict Analysis and Resolution and Social Work
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Charles E. Scheidt Master’s Fellowship for Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention Fellowship program (non-degree); does not award a master's diploma.
Doctoral
Doctoral degree programs offered by the Carter School
Graduate Certificates
Graduate certificate programs offered by the Carter School
The Carter School’s graduate certificates focus on the practical knowledge and skills critical to practitioners working to transform conflict in their organizations, communities, and around the world.
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Conflict Analysis and Resolution Graduate Certificate Graduate certificate program (non-degree)
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Contemporary Dispute Resolution Graduate Certificate Graduate certificate program (non-degree)
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Mass Atrocity and Genocide Prevention Certificate Graduate certificate program (non-degree)
Non-Degree Studies
Non-degree and professional education programs offered by the Carter School
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Political Leadership Academy Non-degree professional education program
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Non-Degree Graduate Studies Non-degree academic enrollment option
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Customized Training and Facilitation Programs at Point of View Non-degree customized professional training program
I am grateful for the Carter School community as I have been able to connect with peers committed to fostering a positive impact, gain hands-on experience with mentors, and develop critical skills to understand conflict roots and contribute to sustainable community-led change-making.
- Hannah Adamson
Honors College student brews connections with tea talks
March 31, 2026