Mason Orientation

First Year Student Resources

Welcome to the Mason Nation new Patriots!

Helpful Information for New Students

Essential Information for New Mason Students
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New Student Resources

Info, checklists, and other resources for new Mason students before starting the semester

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Glossary of Mason Terms

List of Mason Terms you might need to know

Quick Links

Sites you might want quick access to
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Patriot Web

Self-service student portal

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myMason

Portal to access to commonly-used resources, including Canvas, in one convenient location

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Mason Email

Access your GMU email

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Mason360

Browse through on-campus organizations, discover events, and connect with other Patriots!

Explore Resources

Link to Academic Resources

Information on signing up for classes, finding your academic advisor, choosing your major, and finding research and out-of-classroom learning opportunities

Link to University Life Resources

UL Offices are dedicated to supporting every Mason student’s health, well-being, and success in and out of the classroom. See daily menus to workout classes, clubs & student organizations, campus events, free entertainment, and much more!

Link to General Resources

Resources on campus such as group study rooms, free tutoring, building hours of operation, shuttle bus info, counseling & mental heath support, career development, the student health clinic, accessibility & disability accommodations, and safety & emergency information

Link to Financial Aid and Resources

Information and resources for financial aid, scholarship opportunities, on-campus employment, tuition, paying student accounts, and appealing for in-state tuition

Link to Policies and Codes of Conduct link

References to university policies and codes of conduct

Link to Belonging at George Mason

Information and resources for all George Mason students



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