MASON ADVISING TIMELINE Before classes begin o Familiarize yourself with the academic deadlines
and calendar. o Confirm payment of your Mason account or establish a
payment plan if necessary (A deadline exists and missing it could lead to the prevention/delay of future registration and late fees). o Review degree and major requirements. o Identify advisor contact information and reach out to
address any questions. o Identify your financial aid counselor, if applicable. o Schedule math and foreign language placement testing
if required. o Submit final transcripts, vaccination records, and any other
remaining documents.
First month o Meet with an advisor if you have questions or are
experiencing any challenges. o Attend Welcome Week events (connect with your major
and students with similar interests). o Familiarize yourself with academic policies (i.e., selective
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o Familiarize yourself with academic support resources
and opportunities (learning services, writing center, math tutoring). o Identify your advisor and their contact information. o Review all course syllabi for detailed and specific
information. Also, identify instructors’ contact hours. Notify them of any conflict with your schedule so that, if necessary, alternate arrangements can be made. o Review your academic transcript for any previous
courseÂwork. If not posted by the end of the first month, please contact an advisor, complete the Transfer Credit Inquiry Form and submit to Mason Student Services Center. (*All previous course work must be posted within one year of enrollment.) o Get involved and connected on campus.
Second month o See your advisor to discuss the current semester and
begin planning for the next. Some advisors require appointments, others have walk-in advising, and some have a mix of both. Please know what your advisor or department requires so you can plan accordingly.