Office of Community College Partnership

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ADVANCE DECLARATION

Thank you for your interest in joining ADVANCE! The Declaration is completed by students wishing to join the ADVANCE program, a transfer partnership between George Mason University (George Mason) and select Virginia community colleges.

The Declaration is free and, if you are admitted and complete all program requirements, your transfer application to George Mason is also free!

Questions about the Declaration? Please reach out to us at advmvp@gmu.edu and we will be happy to assist you. We look forward to receiving your Declaration and partnering with you as you ADVANCE to George Mason!
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Notification:
The questions in this section are used for institutional reporting, and your answers will not affect your admissibility to the university. Your cooperation to gather this information is requested and appreciated, but not required. See http://universitypolicy.gmu.edu/policies/non-discrimination-policy/ for more information.


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If you are a current VCCS student, please use your VCCS email address


First Generation Student
ADVANCE is committed to supporting first generation students with programming and resources.  Please indicate your parent(s) or guardian(s) highest level of education below:


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Certification
George Mason University shares in the tradition of an honor system that has existed in Virginia since 1842. The Honor Code is an integral part of university life. To promote a stronger sense of mutual responsibility, respect, trust, and fairness among all members of the George Mason University community and with the desire for greater academic and personal achievement, we, the student members of the University Community have set forth this: Student members of the George Mason University community pledge not to cheat, plagiarize, steal, and/or lie in matters related to academic work. A full copy of The Mason Honor Code can be found at https://oai.gmu.edu/full-honor-code-document/

FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that prevents institutions from releasing certain information from a student’s record without his/her consent. Student records may include admission, registration, academic, financial aid and student account information.

As a condition of admission to the ADVANCE program, I understand I will be considered both a George Mason University, and Home Institution (as referenced above) student, with all the access and privileges of each institution.

Pursuant to The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99),
  • I authorize my educational records to be shared in the following ways: I authorize George Mason University and Home Institution to jointly and separately maintain my educational records, in either or both institutions’ Student Information System. 

  • I authorize George Mason University and Home Institution access to educational records maintained at both institutions, including, but not limited to, admissions, registration, grades, financial aid, and student conduct. 

  • I authorize this release to continue in effect until my graduation from George Mason University, or my withdrawal from the ADVANCE program.
I understand: (1) I have the right not to consent to the release of my student records and information, (2) the information may be released orally or in written form, and (3) that I may revoke this consent at any time. Revocation of this release will result in my withdrawal from the ADVANCE program.


ADVANCE Terms and Conditions
In joining the ADVANCE program, I understand that I am obligated to meet the following program requirements and academic milestones in order to transition, and I will be reviewed by George Mason’s Office of Admissions for transfer admission upon completion of my chosen Academic Pathway in the final semester at my home institution:
  1. Earn grades of A, B, or C in all courses. Select pathways require grades of B or higher in additional courses. Please see the program-specific requirements listed on your program at time of pathway selection. 

  2. ADVANCE admits students at a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. However, ADVANCE students must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA at time of graduation from their home institution in order to matriculate to George Mason. Select pathways may have a higher GPA requirement at time of matriculation. 

  3. Graduate from home institution with the designated associate degree on their selected ADVANCE pathway. Students who wish to enroll at Mason for the fall semester must apply for graduation from their respective community college by the published spring or summer graduation application deadline for that institution. Students who wish to enroll at George Mason for the spring semester must apply for graduation from their home institution by the published fall graduation application deadline for that institution. Upon graduating from respective community college  in the degree program aligned with my ADVANCE Academic Pathway, I will matriculate to George Mason for the following semester to complete my bachelor’s degree or have an ADVANCE matriculation deferral approval on file with George Mason’s Office of Admissions.  

  4. Complete coursework at home institution and transition to George Mason the following semester unless the student has an approved ADVANCE matriculation deferral on file with ADVANCE Admissions. 

  5. ADVANCE students are required to provide the George Mason Office of Admissions two official community college transcripts. The first transcript is required for matriculation. The final transcript must reflect degree conferral. 

  6. Maintain communication with ADVANCE, using my VCCS and George Mason email accounts, and meet with my ADVANCE Academic Coach each semester.
I have reviewed the eligibility requirements for ADVANCE admission and enrollment.  
I certify under penalty of disciplinary action that all information provided is complete and accurate. 

Title IX, Notice of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Sex and Gender

George Mason University is committed to providing a safe and non-discriminatory learning, living, and working environments for all members of the University community. The University does not discriminate based on sex or gender in any of its education or employment programs and activities. The University complies with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 ("Title IX"); 34 CFR Part 106 ("Title IX Regulations"); Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 ("Title VII"); the Virginia Human Rights Act; Violence Against Women Act ("VAWA"); and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act ("Clery Act").

For more information or to report discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex or gender in any of the University’s education or employment programs and activities, please contact the University’s Title IX Coordinator:

Tom Bluestein

Title IX and ADA Coordinator

Access, Compliance, and Community

Fairfax Campus

Aquia Building, Suite 373

Phone: 703-993-8730

Email: titleix@gmu.edu


George Mason University General Non-Discrimination Policy

George Mason University is committed to providing equal opportunity and an educational and work environment free from any discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic national origin (including shared ancestry and/or ethnic characteristics), sex, disability, military status (including veteran status), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, pregnancy status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. George Mason shall adhere to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity/affirmative action statutes and regulations, including but not limited to: Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972; and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975.


Electronic Signature

Typing your name exactly as it appears below signifies you are completing this form using an electronic signature. By signing electronically, you are certifying that you have read and understand the Disclosure/Consent and agree to electronically sign. You also agree to receive required disclosures or other communications related to this transaction electronically.

To continue with the electronic signature process, please enter your name and click the 'Submit' button to save your information and submit your electronic signature.




The Spring 2024 Declaration will close on 1/15/24. Once closed, you will not be able to complete the Declaration until it re-opens on 6/15/2024. If you have questions or need assistance, Please contact advmvp@gmu.edu.
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