Scholarships and Funding

George Mason University has been ranked in the top 100 of Kiplingers Personal Finance Magazine's best values in public colleges in America. 

Apply by the priority scholarship deadline to be considered for scholarships based on the merit of your academic history and professional promise.

Arts Management students graduating from George Mason University

George Mason offers a variety of scholarship and financial aid options. Don't let financial issues block your pursuit of your dream career.

Scholarships

Program Scholarships

George Mason considers all Arts Management applicants for general university scholarships.

The Arts Management program offers a limited number of scholarships to top incoming students who apply by the priority scholarship deadline. 

The Andy Bursten Memorial Scholarship

Erin Gaffney Memorial Award

Military Scholarships and Education Benefits

In addition to GI Bill assistance, there are education benefits and scholarships available for active military, veterans, and their dependents. The Office of Military Services can assist veterans, active duty service members, guardsmen, reservists, and dependents in obtaining financial aid.

Study Abroad Scholarships and Funding

The International Arts Management Study Abroad Course offers financial aid to those who qualify through George Mason Study Abroad.

Fellowships

The Office of Graduate Fellowships provides information on extramural fellowship, scholarship, and grant opportunities to support graduate-level research, study, training, and professional development.

In addition to web-based resources, the office holds information sessions and workshops on fellowship opportunities and provides advising, coaching, and editorial support for George Mason graduate students seeking and applying for external funding.

Assistantships

These university employment positions are options for full-time graduate students with a minimum 3.0 GPA in good academic standing. They include:

  • Graduate Teaching Assistantship: Students participate in the instruction, advising, and evaluation of undergraduates under faculty supervision.
  • Graduate Research Assistantship: Students participate directly in research or research-support activities under faculty supervision.
  • Graduate Professional Assistantship: Students in a non-teaching, non-research position related to their academic program gain experience, practice, and guidance through work that is strongly linked to their field of study and career path.

Assistantship opportunities are posted in a variety of places, including:

Students can also speak with their advisors for help in finding assistantships and opportunities.

Internal and External Scholarships

The Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) provides the George Mason Scholarship Application for continuing undergraduate students and the Outside Scholarship List for undergraduate and graduate students to browse. OSFA posts scholarship opportunities throughout the year.

Out-of-State Applicants and Tuition Discounts

Out-of-state students who are enrolled in the Arts Management Master’s program by August 1 will automatically be considered for the 40% tuition discount.

NoteDiscount based on current out-of-state, in-person tuition rate (subject to change annually visit Student Accounts to learn more). Offer exclusive to the Arts Management online Master’s program and does not apply to other programs at George Mason University or to any classes taken outside the program. Discounts may not be combined with other tuition-specific discounts.  

International Students

Students who are non-US citizens or non-residents, are not eligible for federal financial aid. However, there are internal and external scholarships available to students, as well as loan options for financing your education. Learn more.