A prospective undergraduate non-degree student must satisfy the following requirements:
- Present a minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average and be eligible to return to all previous institutions attended.
- Students who are actively suspended or dismissed will not be offered admission.
- Non-native speakers of English are required to meet English language proficiency requirements.
- Admission is offered for one semester, and students may enroll in a maximum of 11 undergraduate (100-499) credits. Continued non-degree enrollment requires a new application for each semester.
- Select undergraduate students may be invited to participate in one of several partnership programs offered through Mason. Students enrolled in special non-degree undergraduate programs have unique admissions and enrollment requirements set forth by the University.
- All non-degree applicants must complete the online admission application and submit a non-refundable application processing fee. The Admissions Committee may request supporting transcripts or test scores.
Additional information regarding undergraduate non-degree enrollment:
- Admitted non-degree undergraduate students are assessed the undergraduate tuition rate for all courses. Non-degree undergraduate students are ineligible for financial aid.
- VA education benefits can't be used as a non-matriculated (non-degree) student unless pending admission. Additional information can be found in Title 38 CFR 21.4252.
- Certificate Programs require a degree-seeking application.
- If you are a returning Mason student looking to finish your undergraduate studies, you will need to re-apply as a degree-seeking student. If you have questions regarding the correct application type, please contact admissions@gmu.edu.
- Admitted and enrolled non-degree students are responsible for the same policies and procedures that apply to degree-seeking students, including the University Honor Code and the Code of Student Conduct.