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Academic Programs and Admissions

Academic Programs Overview

Students can choose from 68 undergraduate, 72 master’s, 27 doctoral, and 1 professional degree programs through the university’s academic divisions and institutes. Some of the academic departments without graduate degree programs offer graduate courses for elective credit and personal or professional enrichment.

Web: www.gmu.edu

University Catalog

To purchase a University Catalog, which outlines the admissions process and the undergraduate and graduate academic programs, call 703-993-2666 or visit the University Bookstore. The catalog can also be found online.

Web: www.gmu.edu/catalog

Graduate Admissions

For graduate school applications and information, please contact the individual school or college of interest.

• College of Education and Human Development, 703-993-2892
• College of Health and Human Services, 703-993-4636
• College of Humanities and Social Sciences, 703-993-3699
• College of Science, 703-993-3622
• College of Visual and Performing Arts, 703-993-2400
• Institute for Conflict Analysis and Resolution, 703-993-1300
• New Professional Studies: Teaching MA, 703-993-8320
• School of Management, 703-993-2136
• School of Public Policy, 703-993-8099
• The Volgenau School of Information Technology and Engineering, 703-993-3932

Web: admissions.gmu.edu/grad

Summer Term

Summer enrollment is open to eligible undergraduate,graduate, and nondegreeseeking students. Summer Term offers more than 750 daytime and evening courses in three sessions in five-to eight-week formats. Students are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to shorten the time needed to receive a degree, pursue a double major, update skill sets for a job, or take a look at another field. Registration begins in March. Call 703-993-2300 or e-mail summer@gmu.edu.

Web: summer.gmu.edu

Transfer Center

The Transfer Center, located in Room 202 of the Occoquan Building on the Prince William Campus, is dedicated to providing information, referrals, and support to transfer students to enhance the opportunities for them to develop strong academic preparation, ensure a smooth and seamless transition to Mason, and provide the resources necessary for successful progress toward graduation. Services are provided to transfer and transitioning undergraduate students through preadmission and transition advising; coordination of activites with the Admissions and Orientation offices; and advocacy assistance in facilitating connections to the campus community. Through collaboration and communication with internal and external constituents, the center is committed to providing the leadership that enables students to achieve academic success. Call 703-993-9152 or e-mail transfer@gmu.edu.

Web: www.gmu.edu/departments/transfer/index.html

Transfer Students

Mason welcomes qualified students who wish to transfer from other colleges and universities. Potential transfer students should refer to the University Catalog for the university’s transfer requirements and any requirements of the school or college governing their programs. Transfer information sessions are generally held monthly.

Web: admissions.gmu.edu/transfer/

Undergraduate Admissions

For admissions information about degree and nondegree studies, call 703-993-2400.

Web: www.admissions.gmu.edu