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Why do I need to attend Orientation?
You receive many benefits from attending Orientation. You will get to meet
faculty, staff, and administrators; speak with an academic advisor; register for
classes; spend time getting information about university services, programs, and
resources; meet other new students; learn about campus life; and catch the
Patriot spirit! Orientation is required for all new students in order to be
eligible to register for classes.
Do I have to stay for the entire Orientation?
Yes. In order to benefit from the program and register for classes, it will
be necessary to attend the entire session.
I was a George Mason Extended Studies student, and now I
will be a degree-seeking student. Will I be required to attend Orientation?
Yes. As an Extended Studies student, you were not required to attend
Orientation; however, now that you have changed your status to a degree-seeking
student, you are required to attend Orientation.
What are the Orientation activities for parents and
guests?
During our traditional two day Freshman Orientation program there is a
family program that runs concurrent to the student schedule. A brief family program is offered during the daytime
Transfer sessions ONLY. Although, we do not offer a separate family program
during the evening Transfer sessions, family members and guests are welcome. All
of our family programs offer participants the opportunity to share time with the dean of
students, representatives from University Life, and student leaders to learn
more about the opportunities at Mason and beyond.
What should I bring to Orientation?
You will need to bring a photo ID, the parking pass located in the Orientation Invitation
Brochure, a copy of your G#, any Admission Office paperwork including the Transfer
Credit Evaluation, and if you are a Transfer student an unofficial copy of your transcripts.
Do you provide overnight accommodations?
During the traditional two day Freshman Orientation, students may elect to
stay overnight. If students plan to do so, please indicate on the online
Orientation reservation form. Please know there is a fee for overnight
accommodations for students that should be paid on site. We are unable to provide overnight accommodations
for families; however, there are a
number of hotels within a five-mile radius of the Fairfax Campus. Please
click here for more information. Since the Transfer
sessions are only one day, we do not provide overnight accommodations.
Is there a fee for Orientation?
Yes. Undergraduate students enrolling for the first time are charged a $160
New Student and Orientation Fee. This fee covers the cost associated with
Orientation preparation and materials, mailings and publications, catered meals,
parking, and new student programs offered throughout the school year. This
mandatory, nonrefundable, one time fee will appear on each student’s account
upon registration for classes. The fee is assessed regardless of enrollment of
Orientation attendance.
When can I register for my classes?
New students are required to attend Orientation to be eligible to register
for classes. After you have met with your academic advisor you will be able to
register for classes at Orientation.
My schedule will not allow me to attend any of the
scheduled Orientations. What should I do?
The University requires that all new students attend an Orientation session.
If your schedule will not permit you to attend one of our
sessions, please contact our office. After we receive notification from
you, you will be directed to seek academic advising on your own and will be
responsible for obtaining the information reviewed at Orientation. Once you have
been advised, you will be eligible to register on or after the last scheduled
Orientation date. You will be assessed the New Students Fee regardless of your enrollment or
attendance at Orientation.
Do I need to take the Math Placement Test?
Most Mason students, regardless of major, will need to take a math course.
Every beginning math course has, as a prerequisite, a particular score on the
Math Placement Test. Information on the content of the test and how you can
best prepare can be found online by visiting
http://math.gmu.edu.
When can I take the Math Placement Test?
The Math Placement Test is offered during Orientation and throughout the
year. If you live nearby, we strongly encourage you to come to campus and take
the test before Orientation. It is offered throughout multiple times at the
beginning of the semester and on a regular basis during every semester. Taking
the test early will give you a real head-start on your education and free you up
to concentrate on other activities at Orientation. Please refer to the Math
Placement web site at http://math.gmu.edu.
Do I need to take the Foreign Language Placement Test?
For information regarding the Foreign Language Placement Test, please refer
to
http://mcl.gmu.edu/resources/placement_testing.html or call 703-993-1220.
When are my immunization records due?
It is recommended that you submit the Immunization Record form prior to
Orientation attendance. The deadline is March 1st for Spring Semesters and
October 1st for Fall Semesters. Students are given a grace period for the
semester to which they are enrolling, however if a completed Immunization Record
is not on file with Student Health Services by the identified deadline, students
will be prevented from registering for their upcoming semester's classes. For
additional information regarding immunizations, please visit
www.gmu.edu/student/hcs/imm.html.
Is there an office that provides services for students
with disabilities?
If you have a documented disability, the Office of Disability Services is
available to serve you. The center is in Student Union Building I, Room 222, on
the Fairfax Campus (703-993-2474, TTY 703-993-2476).
When do classes start?
For a detailed academic calendar, please visit
http://registrar.gmu.edu/calendars/
Whom do I contact about my Transfer Credit Evaluation?
If you have questions concerning your transfer credits, you need to contact
the Admissions Office at 703-993-2400.
Where can I go to meet people?
Orientation will provide you opportunities to meet other new students and
learn first- hand about the best ways to become involved at Mason. The Division
of University Life hosts a variety of offices and services which can facilitate
your process of finding connections and community on campus. You can visit the
University Life website at
http://ulife.gmu.edu or more information.
How do I change my address?
You will need to contact the Admissions Office with your change of address.
You can e-mail your address change to admissions@gmu.edu or call 703-993-2400.
Once you have registered for classes, you will need to contact the Registrar’s
Office to change your address. It is located in the North Chesapeake Module on
the Fairfax Campus.
How do I change my major?
If you want to change your major before registering for classes, please
contact the Admissions Office at 703-993-2400. They will provide the appropriate
forms for completing this process. After you have registered for classes,
you will need to contact the Registrar's Office to change your major. It
is located in the North Chesapeake Module on the Fairfax Campus.
How do I find off-campus housing?
For information on off-campus housing, please visit
http://och.gmu.edu.
Are there courses or resources available to help with my
transition as a new freshman or transfer student?
Student Academic Affairs and Advising have UNIV transition courses designed
to help freshman and transfer students address the issues they will face during each of these
transition periods, resulting in a successful college career and graduation with
a bachelor’s degree. UNIV has sections specifically designed for new
freshman and transfer students making the transition to a new university. For more
information, please visit the Transfer or Freshman Center during Orientation or
visit their website at
http://www.gmu.edu/departments/utp/index.html
Where can my student go to get information about
choosing a major or career?
The Academic Advising Center and Career Services are two offices that can
help. Undeclared students are advised in the Academic Advising Center. Academic
Advising also assists students who are considering changing their majors and
pre-health professional students. If you have declared a major, you are advised
in that academic department. University Career Services can guide you through
the process of exploring your major/career options. Meet with a career counselor
for help with deciding on or confirming your choice of a major. Also visit
Career Services’ website at
http://careers.gmu.edu about exploring careers and majors.
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