To login to PatriotWeb and view financial aid packages, transfer credits, and course registration system, you will need to follow the steps that will help you set up your Patriot Pass account. For new Patriot Pass users, the PIN is emailed to you. Once you have set up your Patriot Pass, you will use that password to set up for Mason email address.
Three to five business days after you have paid your enrollment deposit to the Office of Admissions, you will be able to register for orientation. You can find your customized registration link in your Admissions Portal or on this website during registration time windows.
Currently, all freshmen are charged a $350 New Student Fee and all transfer are charged a $275 New Student Fee upon registering for their first semester of courses.
Complete Patriot Preview “Before Orientation” module, prior to your orientation date. Patriot Preview gives you essential information about Mason to help inform your Orientation experience. You will need your Mason Net ID and password (Patriot Pass login information you used to create your email) to gain access.
Freshmen Student Modules: http://patriotpreview.gmu.edu/
Transfer Student Modules: http://transfer.patriotpreview.gmu.edu/
Students should set aside approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete this task. Each presentation will have a small quiz at the end to test a students’ knowledge of the content shared in the video and signify completion. Students can complete this in one-sitting or several.
These modules are critical to complete to allow you to learn so you can have everything you need for your upcoming session.
For Transfer students wishing to complete pre-orientation advising, these modules will provide a certificate that you can provide to your advisor to be approved to receive advising prior to your Virtual Advising and Registration session. Again, both the Virtual and On-Campus sessions are required in addition to these modules.
Be sure to submit official transcripts, AP and IB scores, and any other necessary documentation to Admissions. Select your student type on the side bar for specific directions.
Using step 1 in the checklist, access PatriotWeb to accept/decline your financial aid package. For more information, contact the Office of Student Financial Aid.
Student Health Services must receive your immunization records by January 5th. Failure to turn in your Immunization Records before the deadline will result in a late fee charge and hold on your account, which will prevent you from registering for the next semester’s classes.
In order to avoid registration delays, download and submit a copy of the Immunization Record form to Student Health Services.
Math placement exam can be taken virtually or in-person on-campus in advance of your Orientation session. All students who need to take the math placement test are strongly encouraged to sign up for a testing appointment ASAP upon committing to Mason.
Students should also review requirements for foreign language placement exam in preparation for advising and course registration.
Placement Exam Requirements are connected to your field of study, so please review the website and information sent via email from advisors to take the tests applicable to you.
We want to make sure you know how to navigate the registration system before you enroll in classes. Prior to your orientation, view the Registration Web Tutorial for a smooth registration process.
Make sure your Mason ID photo looks great! The Mason Card Office offers online photo submissions, which will save you time and guarantee that you like your photo. If a suitable photo is uploaded and approved, your ID card will be waiting for you once you arrive on-campus for the semester. Your Mason ID provides access to your residence hall, Mason Money for dining, library access, free entry to athletic games, and more!
To submit your photo, follow the instructions here.
Connect with us on social media using #Welcome2Mason and follow our Instagram (@MasonNSFP) and Facebook (Orientation@Mason)! We will be sharing useful tips about Mason and the student’s first year
Download Mason360, the new student engagement app – available on iOS and Android! Use this app to access additional resources for new students, meet fellow Patriots, discover events, and get involved in the #MasonNation.