Welcome, Transfer Students! George Mason is dedicated to providing information and support to prospective and admitted transfer students to enhance the opportunities to develop strong academic preparation, ensure a smooth and seamless transition to Mason, and to provide the resources necessary for successful progress toward graduation. If you are newly admitted, make sure to complete your next steps.
If you are a prospective transfer student and have questions about admission requirements, transfer credit resources, Guaranteed Admissions Agreement (GAA), or were denied acceptance, contact the Office of Transfer Services.
If you are a NOVA student in the ADVANCE program, see the ADVANCE program website for more information. If you are not in the ADVANCE program but are interested in applying, see the ADVANCE admissions website for more information.
If you are a prospective or current transfer student who has academic planning questions, which include choosing a major or course selection, contact the appropriate department for your major of interest or declared major. If you do not have a particular major in mind, you can contact Exploratory Academic Advising.
Mason offers two distinctly different degree completion programs designed specifically for adult transfer students:
Each of these programs are structured to meet the demands of part-time working adults who have completed some college-level coursework and wish to finish their bachelor’s degree. Courses are offered on campus and online.
Graduates of the BAS and BIS programs tell us they chose their program of study because it allowed them the flexibility to:
Qualified students are offered direct admission to BAS or BIS only. Major changes to BAS are not permitted. For more information about eligibility requirements, see the Selective Transfer Admission Majors page on the Admissions website.
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Undergraduate Education
Office of Academic Advising
Johnson Center, Suite 228
Email: advisor@gmu.edu
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