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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 - cds@gmu.edu 

Graduate (M.S., MAIS, Ph.D) - cdsgrd@gmu.edu 

Advising Appointments can be made through NAVIGATE

Two COS students in front of Exploratory Hall

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

 

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