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Answers 1: I'd like to speak or meet with someone in Admissions; how do I set up a meeting? If you would like to set up an appointment, please email SPP Graduate Admissions at spp@gmu.edu. Make sure to include your name and what program you're interested in and someone will get back to you shortly. Please note that meetings are informational only. We do not conduct interviews. Additionally, you may want to consider attending one of our Open Houses or Information Sessions. At these events, you will have the opportunity to meet with Admissions staff, program faculty, and current students. Registration and more information about these events can be found here: Click here 2: When and where are classes held? Most Master's classes are held Mondays - Thursdays in the late afternoon and evening on the Arlington Campus. The Organization Development and Knowledge Management degree is an executive format program and meets selected weekends throughout the year. The Ph.D. program currently has a presence on two campuses, Fairfax and Arlington. At least half of the Ph.D. classes are now offered at the Arlington campus. 3: How much does tuition cost per credit hour? For the 2008-2009 Academic Year, the in-state tuition is $545.00/ credit hour and out-of-state is $1,003.00/ credit hour. To find out more about in- and out-of-state tuition, please visit the Domicile Office website. 4: Do I have to submit an application if I want to take a class, but am not interested in pursuing a degree? Yes, the School of Public Policy requires that all students wishing to take classes apply to SPP. If you are not interested in seeking a degree through SPP, you can apply to take classes through our school as a non-degree student. To apply for non-degree status, click here. 5: What can I do to strengthen my application? Many public policy courses at our school assume a solid foundation in subjects such as economics, statistics, and political science. If you have not taken courses in these subjects, did not perform as well in them as you would have liked to, or just need a refresher, we suggest taking them at the undergraduate level before applying to the School of Public Policy. Please be sure to send us your transcript from this coursework. 6: When are the admissions deadlines? Please
select the appropriate program from the links below. 7: Where do I send my application materials? We prefer
students to send all application materials
in one package to the address below. Please
have official transcripts and recommendation
letters sent to you in sealed envelopes.
Be sure that these documents remain sealed. Then send all materials
to: 8: I applied online; how should I submit my resume and goals statement? Please email your resume and/or goals statement to spp@gmu.edu. Be sure to put your full name and Social Security Number as a header at the top of each page. 9: Who should write my recommendation letters? Your recommendation letters should come from people who can attest to your academic potential for graduate study. We ask that at least one recommendation come from an individual who is familiar with your academic work. 10: How do I check my application status? You can check your application status at this site: http://admissions.gmu.edu/onapps.asp. It is the applicant's responsibility to make sure all application materials are received by the School of Public Policy Graduate Admissions. 11: When and how will I find out my final admissions decision? Approximately 3-4 weeks after your application is complete (meaning that SPP has received all application materials) you will be notified of your application decision via mail. Please make sure that the mailing address you provide in your application is correct. We do not give out application decisions over email, by phone, or in person. 12: My domicile status is incorrect or has changed; how do I change my status? Please visit the George Mason University Domicile Office website for instructions on how to change your domicile status with the University. 13: I am an international student and have questions regarding my visa; who should I contact? The Office of International Programs and Services (OIPS) can assist international students with visa information, as well as other issues relevant to international students. This office also provides support for international students once they arrive at GMU. 14: Is it possible to defer my offer of admission? Students
who are accepted to the School of Public
Policy are permitted to defer their admission
for one semester only. Deferral requests
must be received in writing to spp@gmu.edu or
to: 15: I was awarded a scholarship from SPP; where do I see the scholarship posted on my account? Scholarships are posted on the bill sent to you from Student Accounts. If paying via Patriot Web, you will need to subtract your scholarship from the amount shown. To view
scholarship information on Patriot Web: 16: Where do I see my enrollment deposit credited? Your $200 non-refundable deposit (submitted with the Enrollment Confirmation Form) will be credited towards your first semester tuition costs. You can view this credit on Patriot Web and on the tuition bill sent to you from Student Accounts.
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