Contact Information
703-993-2000
https://www.gmu.edu/financial-aid/contact
The primary mission of the Office of Student Financial Aid is to provide eligible students with funds to finance and complete their education within the boundaries of federal, state, and university regulations. Each student is assigned a specific financial aid counselor based off their last name who can provide specialized assistance.
Here are the questions families frequently ask us:
How does my student apply for financial aid?
The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at www.fafsa.gov. Once the OSFA receives your FAFSA, you will be notified via email if additional information is required. For more information regarding vocabulary related to financial aid, please visit the article here. If you have specific questions related to your student's FAFSA application, please contact the GMU Office of Student Financial Aid directly.
Does my student need to apply for financial aid every year?
You must apply for financial aid each year by completing the Renewal Application for Federal Student Aid or by completing the next year’s FAFSA available at fafsa.gov.
What determines whether or not my student qualifies to receive financial aid?
The primary factor is financial need. Financial need is computed by determining the educational costs (tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies, and a personal allowance as set by the university) and a student's Student Aid Index, also known as their SAI (as determined by the federal government). The difference between these is financial need. Whether or not a school is able to meet this financial need is determined by the timing of the student's financial aid application, availability of funds, and eligibility requirements for the individual financial aid programs.
How to find information on scholarships?
Mason scholarship information can be found on our Scholarship page!
To view more Financial Aid frequently asked questions, please visit https://www.gmu.edu/financial-aid-parent/faqs.
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