Resources and Support Services
In addition to your professors and our academic advisors, the following resources and services can help you stay on top of your studies or get back on track when you encounter difficulty.
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) Office of Undergraduate Academic Affairs - your source for CHSS policy, contacting your dean, CHSS educational opportunities, and special request forms. A complete list of campus resources is maintained by Campus Information and Visitor Services.
Frequently used services
Counseling and Psychological Services
GPA Calculator (Scroll down page to link at bottom)
Lists of Courses that Fulfill Mason Core/General Education Requirements
Office of the Registrar (especially "Forms" and "Calendars")
Consortium Course Registration
Other important services
Academic Advising
Academic Advising for CHSS students: https://academicaffairs.chss.gmu.edu/undergraduate-students
Advising for History majors & minors: https://historyarthistory.gmu.edu/undergraduate/welcome
Assistance with Learning & Skills
Communication Center: For assistance with becoming an effective speaker.
https://communicationcenter.gmu.edu/
Learning Services: Free coaching & academic skills workshops. https://learningservices.gmu.edu/
Path to Academic Student Success (PASS): Advising and motivational support to undergraduate students in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. https://academicaffairs.chss.gmu.edu/undergraduate-students/pass-program
Writing Center: Multiple locations, 703-993-1200, http://writingcenter.gmu.edu
Health & Well-Being
Counseling and Psychological Services: For free counseling. SUB I Room 3129, 703-993-2380, http://caps.gmu.edu
Emergency Preparedness: Tips for managing an emergency on and off campus. https://ready.gmu.edu/
Financial Well-Being: Assistance understanding your finances and financial aid. https://ssac.gmu.edu/fwb/
Patriot Pantry: For free food assistance or to make donations. https://ssac.gmu.edu/patriot-pantry/ or email pantry@gmu.edu to make a private appointment to use the pantry.
Stay Mason Emergency Assistance Fund: For degree-seeking students in acute financial distress who are at risk of dropping out. NOTE: The application process takes a while, and funds are limited. But, it’s worth a try! https://ulife.gmu.edu/forms/stay-mason-student-support-fund-application/
Student Health Services: SUB 1 Room 2300, 703-993-2831, http://shs.gmu.edu/
Student Involvement: Join a student organization to provide service, manage a project, gain leadership experience, and make friends! https://si.gmu.edu/
Student Success Coaching: Free longer-term coaching related to a host of concerns. https://coaching.gmu.edu/
Student Support & Advocacy Center: For health, well-being, and support. SUB I Suite 3200, 703-993-3686, https://ssac.gmu.edu/
TimelyCare, an online support platform that is free to GMU students. https://ulife.gmu.edu/timely-care/
Violence Awareness and Prevention: A one-stop location for reporting concerning behavior of any type. http://stopviolence.gmu.edu
Please also see our list of Mental Health & Intimate Partner Violence Resources: https://historyarthistory.gmu.edu/mental-health-intimate-partner-violence-resources
Miscellaneous Resources
Academic Standards: The Office of Academic Integrity is now Academic Standards. https://academicstandards.gmu.edu/
Career Services: For networking, mentors, and assistance applying for jobs. SUB 1 Room 3400, 703-993-2370, careers@gmu.edu, https://careers.gmu.edu/
Chosen Name & Pronoun Policy: For information on how to update your chosen name and pronouns. https://registrar.gmu.edu/updating-chosen-name-pronouns/
Disability Services: To arrange academic accommodations. http://ods.gmu.edu
Free speech information: https://campusclimate.gmu.edu/ and https://www.gmu.edu/about-mason/university-policy/free-speech-mason
Information Technology Services: https://its.gmu.edu/help-support/
LGBTQ Resources: http://lgbtq.gmu.edu
Library Info Guides: http://infoguides.gmu.edu/
Mason Alerts: Sign up at https://ready.gmu.edu/masonalert/ for alerts related to emergencies and closings.
Patriot Web: For registration, transcripts, and degree evaluations. https://patriotweb.gmu.edu/
University Policies: All members of the Mason community are responsible for knowing and following established policies.
- The Catalog, http://catalog.gmu.edu
- University Policies http://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/
- CHSS Policies https://academicaffairs.chss.gmu.edu/ugradpolicies