Our Opportunities
The General & Conditional Applications for the upcoming 2023 – 2024 Aid Year are now open for the following:
Open:
• College of Education and Human Development * Deadline may vary for some awards
• College of Humanities and Social Sciences *Deadlines may vary for some awards
- CHSS – Bachelor’s Individualized Study
- CHSS – School of Integrative Studies
• College of Public Health *Deadline May 31, 2023
• College of Science *Deadline May 31, 2023
• Financial Aid Office *Deadline May 31, 2023
• GMU ADVANCE Program *Deadline May 31, 2023
• School of Business *Deadline May 31, 2023
Opening Dates to Be Announced for the following Colleges and Schools:
• College of Engineering and Computing
Who Can Apply!
Continuing & Transfer Undergraduate Students
- Admitted to the university
- Must be active and currently enrolled
- Completed at least 12 credit hours of coursework at Mason by the application deadline.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or be in good academic standing!
Graduate Students
- Admitted to the university
- Must be currently active or enrolled
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
*Some graduate programs may use this application for incoming graduate students. All graduate students are encouraged to check within their department regarding assistantships, fellowships, and scholarship opportunities.
How to Apply!
- Consideration for scholarship opportunities requires completion of the General Application.
- Many of our scholarships are Auto-Match. The General Scholarship Application will automatically match current Mason students (undergraduates, graduates, and admitted transfers) with scholarship opportunities based on their application and Mason student academic record-completed hours, Mason GPA, etc.
- After completing the General Application, students may be directed to a Conditional Application or the Recommended Opportunities page.
- Some Conditional Applications may require a resume or other supporting documents. Ensure ample time for additional documents to be completed and submitted by the scholarship deadline.
- We recommend typing your essays in word or text document to take advantage of spell check and word count. Once, finished copy and paste your text into the application.
- To access the online application, students must use their Patriot Pass log-in credentials (NetID username and password) and click on the Sign In button.
- If you have issues logging in with your Mason Net ID (username and password), please visit the Password Management website at password.gmu.edu/Patriot Pass.
Deadline to Submit Application!
Specific scholarship deadlines will be indicated in the opportunity description (if applicable). Each school or college may have a different application deadline. Note: If a scholarship does have a deadline, the application will close at 11:59 pm EST on the listed deadline date.
Award Notifications!
Notification of Mason Foundation scholarships begins in mid-June and continues on a rolling basis. Only students selected for the award will receive an official letter via email from the department or award committee. Recipients may view their awards on Patriot Web in the Financial Aid Awards section.
Please visit the External Scholarship List for opportunities offered to Mason students from local and national organizations. Scholarships run a year in advance peak times are from October through April. Missing a deadline can mean missing out until the next cycle for many scholarship opportunities.
https://gmu.academicworks.com/opportunities/external*
Award | Name | Actions |
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Varies |
Anthony and G. Louise Otto Endowed Scholarship
The Anthony and G. Louise Otto Endowed Scholarship was established in...
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Deadline04/01/2023 |
Varies |
Michael and Robin Kelley Endowed Scholarship
The Michael and Robin Kelley Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006...
|
Deadline04/01/2023 |
Varies |
School of Integrative Studies Founders Endowed Scholarship
The School of Integrative Studies (SIS) Founders Endowed Scholarship was...
|
Deadline04/16/2023 |
Varies |
Accenture Endowed Scholarship II
The Accenture Endowed Scholarship II was established in 2005 to benefit...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Accounting Advisory Council Scholarship
The Accounting Advisory Council Scholarship was established to provide...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
ADVANCE Initiative STEM Scholarship Fund
The ADVANCE Initiative STEM Scholarship Fund was established in 2019 by...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Alliance for Excellence Endowed Scholarship
The Alliance for Excellence Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Amy Leachtenauer Miller Social Work Scholarship
The Amy Leachtenauer Miller Social Work Endowed Scholarship was...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Anderson-Nalls Family Endowed Scholarship
The Anderson-Nalls Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2007 by...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Ann O'Neil School of Nursing Scholarship Fund
The Ann O’Neil School of Nursing Scholarship Fund was established in...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
$1,000 |
Annandale Woman's Club Endowed Scholarship
The Annandale Woman’s Club Endowed Scholarship was established in 1992...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Anne K. Altman and Xavier W. Alire Scholarship
The Anne K. Altman and Xavier W. Alire Scholarship was established in...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Annetta Hyde Gibson Endowed Scholarship
The Annetta Hyde Gibson Endowed Scholarship was established in 1988 by...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Annetta Hyde Gibson Endowed Scholarship
The Annetta Hyde Gibson Endowed Scholarship was established in 1988 by...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Anzilotti Endowed Scholarship
The Anzilotti Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 by Mr. and...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Arthur and Nancy Newberry Scholarship Endowment
The Arthur and Nancy Newberry Scholarship Endowment was established in...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Arthur E. Morrissette, Sr. Endowed Scholarship
The Arthur E. Morrissette, Sr. Endowed Scholarship was established in...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Ashley C. Payton Memorial Scholarship
The Ashley C. Payton Memorial Scholarship was established in 2019 to...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
$0.00 |
Asian Pacific Student Scholarship
The Asian Pacific Student Scholarship was established in 2015 by the...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Aster Hiruye Memorial Scholarship
The Aster Hiruye Memorial Scholarship was established in 2021 by Rediet...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Bachelor of Individualized Study Endowed Scholarship
The Bachelor of Individualized Study Endowed Scholarship was established...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
$5,000 |
Bernard and Marianne Harless Scholarship Fund
The Bernard and Marianne Harless Scholarship Fund was established in...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Bernie L. Bates and Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter Endowed Scholarship
The Bernie L. Bates and Psi Alpha Alpha Chapter Endowed Scholarship was...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Bette Burch Nursing Scholarship Endowment
The Bette Burch Nursing Scholarship Endowment was established in 1998 by...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Bill Miller BFA Scholarship for Diversity in Creative Writing
The Bill Miller BFA Scholarship for Diversity in Creative Writing was...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
BRG Communications Better Living Scholarship
The BRG Communications Better Living Scholarship was established in 2021...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Camille T. Barry Nursing PhD Scholarship Endowment
The Camille T. Barry Nursing PhD Scholarship Endowment was established...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Carolyn A. Taylor Scholarship Endowment
The Carolyn A. Taylor Scholarship Endowment was established in 2008 by...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Carter-Hunter Memorial Endowed Scholarship
The Carter-Hunter Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 1990...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE) Opportunity Scholarship
The Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE) Opportunity...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Charles J. Colgan Endowed Scholarship
The Charles J. Colgan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by the...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Chesterbrook Residences Scholarship
The Chesterbrook Residences Scholarship provides funding for students...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Christina Williams Endowed Scholarship
The Christina Williams Endowed Scholarship was established in 2020 to...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Christine Worthen Eames Memorial Endowed Scholarship
The Christine Worthen Eames Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
CHSS Alumni Chapter Scholarship
Established in 2014, the CHSS Alumni Chapter Scholarship recognizes the...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
CHSS Dean’s Challenge Scholarship Undergraduate
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences seeks nominations for the...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Claudia F. Pleasants Endowed Scholarship
The Claudia F. Pleasants Endowed Scholarship was established in 1997 by...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Coleman Raphael Endowed Scholarship
The Coleman Raphael Endowed Scholarship was established in 1986 by the...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
College of Public Health Distinguished Scholar Award
The College of Public Health Distinguished Scholar Award was established...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Colonel Michael A. Dickerson Endowed Scholarship
In 2020 Carolyn Cuppernull began the fundraising effort to establish the...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Cornell Wells Endowed Scholarship
The Cornell Wells Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by Charlie...
|
Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Crankstart Re-entry Scholarship
The Crankstart Re-entry Scholarship Program was established in 2019 by...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Cynthia Wynn Herman Endowed Scholarship
The Cynthia Wynn Herman Endowed Scholarship was established in 1995 in...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Dana Ireland Memorial Endowed Scholarship
The Dana Ireland Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 1992 in...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
David W. Rossell, D.A. '00, Endowed Scholarship for the Higher Education Program
The David W. Rossell, D.A. ’00, Endowed Scholarship for the Higher...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Deborah J. Milanowski Nursing Endowed Scholarship
The Deborah J. Milanowski Nursing Scholarship was established by David...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Dennis Garcia and Will Soza Scholarship
The Dennis Garcia and Will Soza Scholarship was established in 2008 by...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Devlin Family Scholarship
The Devlin Family Scholarship was created in 2023 to provide support to...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
Didlake Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Senator Charles J. Colgan
The Didlake Endowed Scholarship in Honor of Senator Charles J. Colgan...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |
Varies |
DiNatale Memorial Scholarship
The DiNatale Memorial Scholarship provides funding to either a Ph.D. or...
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Deadline05/31/2023 |