Information for Current Students

The Department of Education has confirmed that the disbursement of Title IV Federal Financial Aid (Pell Grants, Loans, SEOG, Work Study) was not affected by the initial guidance offered in the Executive Order freezing federal grants.(Linkto the announcement.) The majority of federal funds have already been disbursed for the spring semester and there has not been a change in how George Mason processes federal aid. As aid is processed continually over the course of the semester, we continue to monitor news from the Department of Education and will notify the campus community should that change.

Specific questions about the status of your financial aid, billing or payments can be directed to the Mason Student Services Center.

Currently, only a small fraction of federally sponsored projects have been impacted by the Executive Orders and changes in administration. We are working with leadership centrally and within the academic units to address the impacted projects. Federal Funding Updates can be found at https://osp.gmu.edu/federal-funding-updates/. Please check with your research advisor or research mentor if you believe your project may be impacted.

Additional Specific questions should be directed to Office of Research, Innovation, and Economic Impact at research@gmu.edu.

All student support services at George Mason are available and remain the same.

Specific questions should be directed to University Life, email: gmuul@gmu.edu, 703-993-8760.

Students can apply for emergency aid through StayMason Emergency Fund, StayMason Emergency Assistance.

Please refer to Spring 2025 Travel Information for international students. While the guidance remains the same, this is a fluid situation and during President Trump’s previous administration there were challenges with foreign students from some countries being able to return.

Specific questions should be directed to International Programs and Services Office, email: oips@gmu.edu, 703-993-2970.

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Student support

· Counseling and Psychological Services

· Student Support and Advocacy Center

· Mason TimelyCare for virtual behavioral health support

· Center for Leadership and Intercultural Engagement

· Spiritual and Interfaith Center, Fenwick A, ccee@gmu.edu phone: 703-993-2700

· Title IX

· International Programs and Services

· Equal Opportunity/Non-Discrimination

· Center for Community Mental Health

· Bias Incident Reporting

We will keep you updated on events throughout the spring as more information becomes available. In the meantime, stay focused on your semester and take good care of yourselves and each other.

In need of academic or advising assistance? The Office of Undergraduate Student and Academic Affairs supports the development of undergraduates in the college by serving as a resource for students, staff, and faculty on all things related to student and academic affairs. The office works jointly with other members of the university to make certain a positive and fulfilling learning and collaborative environment is present within the college and at the university. Access important policies, forms, and advising information here. 

The Testing and Tutoring Center (TTC) mission is to provide a secure environment for testing involving primarily the use of technology to provide the material tested. 

The testing center is located in Planetary Hall room 2 and is open about 50 hours per week including some hours on Saturday and Sunday.

Using the Testing Center:

• Send any requests for using the facility to the TTC Supervisor Mario Gliozzi
• Schedule the test/quiz in TTC in consultation with TTC supervisor.

The STEM accelerator program focuses on the success of undergraduate students and provides opportunities for internships and scholarships as well as camps and other learning opportunities for science students during their time at Mason. 

The Mason Student Services Center (MSSC) on the ground floor in SUB 1 is the first stop for any questions related to: Registration and Academic Records; Enrollment; Financial Aid; or Billing and Student Accounts. The MSSC serves all students at Mason: undergraduate, graduate, and non-degree. Services are also provided via email and later this fall, through a central phone line/phone banking system to support students learning across Mason’s locations and modalities. 

The Graduate Student Life website hosts information dedicated to supporting the success of Mason graduate students. Find out everything you need to know from housing and dining, to upcoming events and professional development opportunities. 

Students in any doctorate program should review the PhD Student/Faculty Handbook. 

Diversity is one of our core values; everyone is welcome here. Mason was recently named the most diverse university in Virginia by U.S. News & World Report. We have a variety of communities here, and you're sure to find a group of people who are like you. The great thing is you'll also be embraced by communities of people who are not like you. At Mason, you'll be in a place where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. For all matters relating to equity, diversity, access, respect and inclusiveness, visit the Office of Compliance, Diversity, and Ethics. 

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) provides a wide range of free and confidential services to enrolled students. CAPS offers crisis, counseling, and psychiatric services virtually, and limited services in person. Their individual and group counseling, workshops, and community education programs are designed to enhance students’ personal experience and academic performance.

Learning Services, located in SUB I, Suite 3600,  provides a variety of free, experience-based learning opportunities for the Mason Community through one-on-one academic coaching, academic success workshops, and online resources.

The Writing Center offers free writing support to Mason students, faculty, and staff. Accomplished graduate and undergraduate students provide consulting services and deliver workshops. The center works with writers through all stages of the writing process from brainstorming and organizing to revising and polishing. 

As part of George Mason’s partnership with TimelyMD, students have access to services in TimelyCare, including:

• TalkNow: 24/7, on-demand emotional support to talk about anything, including anxiety, relationships, depression, and school-related stressors.

• Scheduled Counseling: Choose the day, time, and mental health provider that best works for you.

• Health Coaching: Develop healthy lifestyle behaviors, including nutrition, sleep habits, time management, and mindfulness.

• Psychiatry: Appointments are available through referrals.

• Self-Care Content: Visit the “Explore” page within TimelyCare for guided self-care content, including yoga and meditation sessions, as well as group conversations with our providers on a variety of health and well-being topics.

Students have access to TimelyCare services 365 days a year. That means you have access during breaks, after-hours, and any time you need support! Visit timelycare.com/gmu to get started.

University Career Services is George Mason University’s nationally recognized centralized career center. They are specialists taking an industry-focused approach to serving our students and employers. Learn about upcoming career fairs, resume workshops, and more. 

Mason Alert is George Mason University’s emergency notification system that is used to send emergency notifications and timely warnings to the university community via text, email, telephone call, and digital signage. 

Review the resources on the Mason Ready Student page to learn more about the programs and services EHS-Emergency Management provides to students at George Mason University. Need an emergency management study buddy? Contact Environmental Health & Safety if you have any questions about emergency preparedness.