Advising Policy at George Mason University

All new students must receive academic advising upon admission to George Mason University. During or before orientation, new students should meet with advisors to learn about university and departmental requirements, discuss their educational plans, and select courses.

Students who are Undeclared - no preference or are considering changing majors are advised by professional advisors in Academic Advising Center (AAC). Students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, or veterinary may receive pre-professional advising in AAC as well. Students may also enter the university as undeclared within a school or college, and provisions for advising are made by that school or college. Students with declared majors are advised in their academic departments.

Upon earning 60 credits, every student is strongly encouraged to meet with an advisor to adopt a program of study. During this session, advisors and students should

  • evaluate the student's suitability to major in the chosen discipline;
  • review the requirements for the degree, any special options, and possible electives;
  • identify any deficiencies in the student's record and ways to correct them; and
  • discuss career and graduate school option

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