Undergrad Non-Degree Requirements

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.