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Our 400+ student organizations are the truest indicator of George Mason's diversity of thought, interests, and goals. No matter who you are, where you're from, or what you're interested in, you'll have a chance to find—or create—your community here.
The College of Visual and Performing Arts
The College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) fosters a vibrant community of artists actively learning, teaching, practicing, and creating in their chosen form. Through its seven academic programs, two performing arts centers, and a community arts school, CVPA offers masterclasses, internships, and portfolio and audition training, plus off-campus partnerships and entrepreneurship-based courses that ensure students are ready for their careers after graduation. Being so close to Washington, D.C., CVPA students frequently collaborate with local experts and industry leaders in the classroom and through experiential learning opportunities.
At Home in the Mason Nation
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Transportation
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George Mason makes it easy to explore your new hometown in style! Our shuttles get you to metro stations, grocery stores, shopping centers, and our regional campuses for free. Student carpooling and bike/e-scooter rental programs are also available.
shopMason
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With shopMason's help, you'll have all your needs met right on campus. Plus, with Patriot Perks, students enjoy 150+ discounts when shopping at local businesses, purchasing concert and sporting event tickets, and more.
Affording College
More than 65% of George Mason students receive some kind of financial aid, such as grants, scholarships, work-study employment, or loans.