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Your Patriot Experience Starts Here

Whether you’re commuting from home, an apartment, or another local community, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect, study, stay active, and make the most of your time on campus.

Things to Know

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From Our Students

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Smart Travel Saves Time & Money

Make getting to campus part of your routine. Explore transportation options, parking permits, shuttle services, and alternative ways to travel around campus and the surrounding area.

George Mason Shuttle

Download TransLoc Immediately

Track shuttles live, know when they’re coming, and avoid standing around pretending you know what’s happening.

Take the Parking Quiz

Leaves the guesswork out by finding parking permits based on your visit frequency and parking preferences through our personalized parking quiz. Permits go on sale starting July 27.

Most Purchased Permits

Explore Transportation Options

Getting around campus is easier than you think. From shuttles to transportation tools, explore convenient ways to travel for weekend outings, shopping trips, errands, and more.

Eat Well with Mason Dining

Whether you’re grabbing coffee between classes, meeting classmates for lunch, or staying on campus for evening activities, dining can be a great way to build connections.

Dining is where you find your community

Try something new, meet other students, and build community through fun campus traditions and shared experiences.

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Unlock Free Chick-fil-A Sandwiches with a Meal Plan

Off-campus students may be eligible for free Chick-fil-A sandwiches and other perks with a fall 2026 meal plan. Offer ends Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 11:59 pm ET. Terms & conditions apply.

Free Chick-fil-A sandwiches with a fall 2026 meal plan for off-campus students

Meal plans made just for you

As you settle into campus life, find what works best for your schedule, dining habits, and campus involvement.

Take a short quiz to find your perfect match.

See meal plan perks, how it works, and where to use

Find dining options that fit your wellness goals

From nutrition and ingredient information to allergy-friendly dining options, vegetarian and vegan choices, or wellness-focused meal selections, we are here to support dietary accommodations.

Don't skip a meal.

Stay focused and energized during classes and study sessions.

When in doubt, ask!

If you are unsure about the ingredients in any dish, ask for an ingredient expert.

The Mason Dining team

Put your meal plan to work

Take advantage of all your dining perks and elevate your dining experience.

2 Meal Exchanges Daily

More Flexible Eating Options

Use your meal swipes up to twice a day at The Eaterie for to-go meals, quick protein snacks, or that bubble tea.
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10% Sales Tax Savings

Dining Dollars Are Tax Free

Enjoy tax-free dining at all on-campus food purchases when using dining dollars. Running low? Add additional amount any time.
Add More Dining Dollars
Swipe for Dining Events

Access Dining Events with Your Meal Swipes

From Supper Club to Teaching Kitchen, First Year Eats, themed dinners, and chef wars, you can access exclusive events with your meal swipes.
Dining Events
Swipe for Food Insecurity

Help Our Fellow Patriors

Food insecurity impacts student success in and out of the classroom. Help fight hunger by donating your unused guest swipes to support fellow Patriots.
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Turn Downtime into Campus Time

It starts as “I’ll just stop by” and ends with inside jokes for the rest of the year.

Thursday Night Out

Come join us at the Corner Pocket every Thursday starting at 7 pm for a variety of activities ranging from live music, arts and crafts, karaoke, trivia, and more!

Pay Once, Play All Semester

Get unlimited access to billiards, ping pong, foosball, and more at The Corner Pocket with an unlimited membership.

Free Play Friday

Start your weekend with Free Play Friday at the Corner Pocket in The Hub, where students can enjoy free unlimited games every Friday night.

Your Home Base Between Classes

Heat up lunch, grab a snack, find a study spot, meet with classmates, attend club events, or get academic support, all in one place.

Find a Seat, Make It Yours

With 200+ open seating areas, the Student Centers offer plenty of space to study, grab a meal, meet friends, recharge, or relax between classes.

Study Rooms & Lounges

From study rooms to open space lounges, Student Centers have ample spaces for group study or solo work, plus food court within your reach.

Get Support Where You Are

Student Centers bring together computer labs, tutoring centers, and student support offices, making it easy to study, get help, and stay on track all in one convenient place.

Print & Mail at Your Finger Tips

Stay organized from day one: print class materials, pick up packages, and keep track of everything you need.

Print As You Go

Printing is as easy as ordering your snack on mobile. Submit your print job in one of the following ways, then tap your Maosn ID at ANY printer on campus.

Amazon, UPS, and More!

Amazon lockers are here on campus, offering you more flexibility for delivery. Plus, the UPS store offers services such as passport photos, Amazon returns, notary services, and more.

Add Mason Money

Load Mason Money (suggested amount $5) to your Mason ID for print services, or go green and use scan and send yourself digital copies for free. 

Print on campus

Save with Patriot Perks

Explore 275+ exclusive discounts at local businesses. Get the most out of your Mason ID or Alumni Association Card.

Unlock Discounts with Your Mason ID

Mention the discount and present your Mason ID to service staff to unlock exclusive discounts. Restrictions may apply. Check the Patriot Perks listing for details.
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Gear Up for Class & Mason Spirit

Get your required course materials through convenient online ordering or digital access, and shop spirit gear anytime to show your pride.

Campus Store for Spirit Gear

Show your pride wherever you are. Shop apparel, accessories, and gifts online or in-store to stay connected to campus spirit all year long.

Mason Jar

Skip the Guesswork, Find Your Books

Log in with your George Mason credentials, and your course materials will be ready for you. With just a few clicks, you can add everything you need directly to your shopping cart, making it faster and easier to get ready for class.

Books

Top 5 Tips from Our Students

What Happens Next?

Before the semester begins, make sure to complete the following steps for a smooth transition.