CELEBRATING 35 YEARS IN SERVING MASON STUDENTS AS THEY TRANSITION TO, THROUGH AND BEYOND COLLEGE.
University Studies empowers students to craft a successful college experience and prepare for their future.
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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
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.
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.
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.
Spring 2025 UNIV COURSE OFFERINGS
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| TITLE | COURSE | SECTION | MEETING INFORMATION | CRN |
| Introduction to Mason | UNIV 100 (1 Cr.) | 001 | T, 3:00pm-4:15pm Hanover Hall L002 | 12887 |
| Introduction to Mason | UNIV 100 (1 Cr.) | 002 | W, 3:00pm-4:15pm, Hanover Hall L002 | 12888 |
| Academic Success | UNIV 110 (0-1 Cr.) | 001 | M, 3:00pm-4:15pm, Hanover Hall L002 | 12891 |
| Financial Literacy | UNIV 170 (0-1 Cr.) | 001 | T, 10:30am-11:45am Hanover Hall L002 | 12892 |
| Building Resilience | UNIV 108 (0-1 Cr.) | 001 | T, 12:00pm-1:15pm ‘Online’ , 1st half of semester | 12908 |
| Decide/ConfirmMajor | UNIV 220 (0-1 Cr.) | 001 | W, 10:30am-11:45am, Hanover Hall L003 | 12894 |
| Transfer Transition | UNIV 300 (0-1 Cr.) | 001 | T, 3:00pm-4:15pm, Hanover Hall L003 | 12895 |
| Transfer Transition | UNIV 300 (1 Cr.) | DL1 | ‘Online’ 2nd half of semester | 12910 |
Contact Us
For new course inquiries, general program and course information, or questions about how to become a peer advisor, email us at: univ@gmu.edu