June 24, 2026On July 1, 2026, several significant changes to federal financial aid included in last year’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act, also referred to as the OBBBA or Working Families Tax Cuts Act, go into effect that affect current and prospective students at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. George Mason University’s Office of Student Financial Aid (OSFA) has developed a centralized webpage for students, faculty, and staff to review these changes.
May 28, 2026Last day to submit SAP Appeal for Summer 2026 is July 30, 2026
February 26, 2026Last Day to Accept a Loan for the Spring Semester: May 12, 2026
January 14, 2026Information about the The Enrollment Freeze for Spring 2026
January 14, 2026Information about SAP Appeal Deadline for Spring 2026: April 13, 2026
November 13, 2025Last Day to Accept a Loan for the Fall Semester: December 16
November 10, 2025SAP Appeal Deadline for Fall 2025: November 17, 2025
September 3, 2025The Beautiful Bill Act passed by Congress is introducing several changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA) in the 2026-2027 aid year. Mason has developed resources to keep our community informed and prepared.
August 20, 2025The Mason Student Services Center (MSSC), the comprehensive solution for student assistance, is expanding operations through new locations and partnerships in the 2025-26 academic year.
August 13, 2025The last day to apply for summer 2025 financial aid is August 13.