Administration plays a critical role in shaping the student experience, from providing essential resources and support services to creating a campus culture that fosters learning, growth, and community engagement.
The university's academic administration is organized into seven units—five “program” units and two “central” units—that support student achievement and faculty advancement. The five program units comprise the Office of the Provost’s substantive functional programs and internal operations, while the two central units serve the overall needs of the Provost’s Office by providing leadership, support, and strategic guidance.
Academic Administration
Academic Administration provides leadership and strategic guidance through resource allocation and alignment, business analyses, modeling, academic initiative management, partnership development, and communications.
Academic Affairs
Academic Affairs ensures the quality and integrity of curriculum and provides leadership for the implementation of strategic initiatives including online courses and programs, global education and international programs, and transfer initiatives.
Enrollment Management
Enrollment Management optimizes student recruitment and retention by developing and implementing strategic enrollment plans, overseeing the admissions process, providing financial aid services, and managing the Student Services Center.
Faculty Affairs and Development
Faculty Affairs and Development aims to improve faculty excellence, equity, and well-being through various programs that support career growth and acknowledge achievements.
Institutional Effectiveness and Planning
Institutional Effectiveness and Planning advances George Mason's strategic goals by engaging partners in data-informed strategic, operational, and tactical decision-making at all levels.
Research, Innovation, and Economic Impact
Research, Innovation, and Economic Impact supports George Mason’s research enterprise, fosters innovation and entrepreneurship, and drives economic growth through strategic partnerships and initiatives.
University Life
University Life empowers students for success by providing student support services, campus engagement opportunities, and a range of programs that promote academic achievement, personal well-being, and career readiness.