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Who We Are

University Studies empowers students to craft a successful college experience and prepare for their future. Our courses are open to all undergraduate students as they transition into Mason, determine their career path, learn how to engage in the college community and prepare for life after graduation by building a holistic set of skills and competencies. Our classes support your journey of self-discovery and growth during your college years.

Our Courses

Transition To Mason

Our first year transition courses connect new Mason students to faculty/staff, to one another and to campus resources for a successful transition to Mason. We offer transition courses for both freshmen and transfer students. Make the most of your Mason experience! Read more.

Transition Through Mason

We offer courses that build students’ knowledge and skills in areas of interest to them during their undergraduate years. Currently, these include courses on academic success; financial literacy, career and internship readiness, and more. Read more.

Transition Beyond Mason

Getting close to graduating? University Studies continues to support you in this exciting phase of your college experience! We offer College to Career and Professional Skills Development courses on how to find a job, sharpen your resume and build your professional skills. Thinking about graduate school? Our College to Graduate School course is for you. Read more.

Fall 2025 UNIV COURSE OFFERINGS

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TITLE COURSESECTIONMEETING INFORMATIONCRN
Introduction to MasonUNIV 100 (1 Cr.)001-033Varies
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Varies
Introduction to MasonUNIV 100 (1 Cr.)DL1Thursday
1:30 pm – 2:45 pm
ONLINE
74856
Academic SuccessUNIV 110 (0-1 Cr.)001Monday
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Hanover Hall L002
74836
Financial LiteracyUNIV 170 (0-1 Cr.)001Tuesday
10:30 am – 11:45 am
Hanover Hall L002
74840
Building ResilienceUNIV 170 (0-1 Cr.)DL1Monday
12:00 pm – 1:15 pm
ONLINE
74859
Decide/Confirm MajorUNIV 220 (0-1 Cr.)001Tuesday
10:30 am – 11:45 am
Hanover Hall L003
74842
Transfer Transition UNIV 300 (0-1 Cr.)001Tuesday
3:00 pm – 4:15 pm
August 25 – October 12
Hanover Hall L003 
74843
Transfer Transition UNIV 300 (1 Cr.)DL1Asynchronous
October 20 – December 8
74862

Contact Us

For new course inquiries, general program and course information, or questions about how to become a peer advisor, email us at: [email protected]