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George Mason University

Advising

Welcome to CDS Advising

Please be sure to send your questions to the correct place:  

Undergraduate Advising:
*Due to changes in the department, we are experiencing longer wait times for advising. We ask for your patience and understanding. For urgent matters, please reach out to Sam Stone, Academic Programs Manager. 

Graduate Advising: 
Computational Sciences, MS - Sam Stone
Computational Social Sciences, PhD - Dale Rothman
Computational Sciences and Informatics, PhD - Eduardo Lopez

Advising Appointments can be made through Patriot Connect!

Things to do before speaking with an Advisor

Watch tutorial on How to read Degree Evaluation. 

Topics covered:

  • Student Information
  • Summary of Degree Requirements
  • Course Recommendations
    • Major
    • Minor
  • Graduation Check-list

Watch tutorial on How to Register for Courses.

Topics covered:

  • Accessing PatriotWeb
  • Searching for Courses
  • Add/Drop Courses
  • Waitlist
  • Registration Information

 

* The programs and services offered by George Mason University are open to all who seek them. George Mason does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. After an initial review of its policies and practices, the university affirms its commitment to meet all federal mandates as articulated in federal law, as well as recent executive orders and federal agency directives.