George Mason University

George Mason University is a 4-year, public university located in Fairfax, VA. Students at GMU can enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate degree programs.

George Mason University Military & Veteran Support Programs

GMU offers the following veteran and military support programs: 

• GMU has GI Bill approved programs
• Does not have a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP exam
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• GMU is a Yellow Ribbon school
• GMU is a MyCAA approved school

Is George Mason University a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, GMU is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is George Mason University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, GMU is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are George Mason University’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

GMU’s tuition rate for active military does exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour.  This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here. 

What are George Mason University’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

GMU’s tuition rate for active military does exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour.  This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does George Mason University offer online degree programs?

Yes, GMU offers online degree programs. 

Is George Mason University approved for Tuition Assistance?

GMU is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket.  You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does George Mason University offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

Yes, GMU has master’s degree programs covered by Tuition Assistance funding.  

Eligible active military students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here. 

Is George Mason University a MyCAA school?

Yes, GMU is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school.  For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Message from George Mason University

The mission of the Office of Military Services at Mason is to assist veterans, active duty service members, guardsmen, reservists, and dependents in making a successful transition into the Mason community. Our goal is to help these students in a number of capacities including counseling and advising on benefits, academic and admissions advising, and career transition.