THE MAIN REASON I AM ATTENDING THIS PRESENTATION IS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT… A.
Housing options for next semester
B.
Engaging with Mason as an off-campus student
C.
Preparing to live on campus
To: 22333 Message:
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On-Campus and Off-Campus Housing Overview Housing and Residence Life Off-Campus Student Services
OFF-CAMPUS STUDENT SERVICES o Student resources for finding off-campus housing and life as an off-campus student Housing Fairs Off-Campus Housing Database Lease Education
o One-on-one advisor program to connect off-campus students with appropriate resources Parking and Transportation Dining Academic Resources Social Connections Involvement Opportunities
o Assist in the transition of incoming off-campus students to Mason o Advocate for the needs of off-campus students
STARTING YOUR SEARCH OCH.GMU.EDU
SIGNING UP
SEARCHING FOR PROPERTIES
AVERAGE OFF-CAMPUS LIVING COSTS Bedrooms
Apartment
Studio Apartment
Townhouse
Average
1
$1,453
$950
$802
$1,112
2
$1,953 ($976/room)
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$1,432 ($716/room)
$1,986 ($993/room)
3
$2,547 ($849/room)
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$2,335 ($778/room)
$2,390 ($797/room)
4+
--
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$3,050 ($762/room)
$3,050 ($762/room)
Room for Rent (shared rentals)
$400-700
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS FOR OFFCAMPUS STUDENTS
o Parking and Transportation o CUE bus, shuttles, Metro, Zimride, bikes, etc. o Study Spaces (HUB 1014) o Good Neighbor Program (offcampus.gmu.edu) o Dining o Off-Campus Meal Plan o Locker rentals o Getting Involved
The Hub, Suite 1014 offcampus.gmu.edu offcamp1@gmu.edu
• Access to portal can be found at https://housing.gmu.edu/application-info • Must use your Mason Net ID and Password to fill out your application. • Read the confirmation email outlining the dates of transfer online selection. • Wait for an email from Housing with your date and time for selection. Housing will be offered on a rolling basis.
• Pay your enrollment deposit to Admissions • We strongly encourage all who are interested in housing to apply. Although housing is not guaranteed to transfers we will make every effort to offer you an opportunity to select housing. • No deposit is required for spring selection process, only fall selection process
• Desks are available 24/7 and 365 days a year • There are a number of staff available for support from Desk Operations, Residence Life student and professional staff, Housing Services, and Night Operations • We provide laundry facilities at no additional charge, study lounges, vending, and kitchen areas • Access to rooms and buildings are provided by card swipe
• Move-In Day is January 18th for incoming transfer students • Information on move-in is sent in housing email.
• Email us at Housing@gmu.edu please include your G-number including G and a brief message • Use social media to ask us questions and see more photos, get information, and more! @MasonHousing on all social media channels • Call us at 703-993-2720 • Check out our website: Housing.gmu.edu
AFTER THIS PRESENTATION, I HAVE A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO ON- AND OFF-CAMPUS STUDENTS. A.
Strongly agree
To: 22333 Message:
B.
Agree
C.
Neutral
D.
Disagree
E.
Strongly disagree
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