Patriot Pantry Donation Drive Through December 18
Bring donation items to the Parking Services Office for a chance to take $15, $20, or $30 off an outstanding citation balance. All donations will benefit the Patriot Pantry.
Spring Permits Available Beginning on January 5, 2026
Spring permits go on sale starting January 5 and will be available throughout the semester. Purchase opens on a staggered schedule: Monday, January 5 (Faculty & Staff/Graduate Students/Seniors), Tuesday, January 6 (Juniors & Sophomores), and Wednesday, January 7 (Freshmen and Others).
Winter Break George Mason Shuttles Service Changes
George Mason shuttle service remains in operation until Friday, December 19. There will be no shuttle service between December 20 and January 4, 2026. All shuttle services will operate on winter break service hours starting Monday, January 5, 2026.
New Prorated Fall Permits Available for Purchase
Reduced rates for selective fall semester permits are available for purchase. Click the link below to learn about the permit exchange process.
Parking and Transportation Guidance for the Fall Semester
Traffic on and around the Fairfax Campus greatly increases during the first few weeks of the semester. Shuttles, shared transportation, and alternative rides are available. See the announcement for more details.
Capital Bikeshare Stations Now Available on Fairfax Campus
Biking around campus and the City of Fairfax is easier than ever. Ride and park your ebike at one of 700+ stations across Northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. Membership discounts are available for Mason students.
Parking & Transportation Quiz Now Available Online
Introducing the online quiz tool to provide recommendations on your parking permit options and the easiest ways to get around George Mason University.
Mason Commutes: Ridesharing at Mason
Make a difference, one commute at a time! Help MasonCommutes.com become the go-to place for Mason ridesharing and commuting of all types.
Your License Plate Now is Your Permit
Register your license plate when purchasing your virtual permit. No more hangtags or printable permits. It’s easy to manage from anywhere, anytime.
Transportation Guide
Find out the latest updates on transportation services, Mason shuttles, and parking information for the new semester.
Program Highlights
Bicycle Programs
Register your bike, join our Faculty/Staff Bike Commuter Choice program, receive bike sharing discount, and more!
Carpool Programs
Explore many carpool options for Mason students, faculty, and staff. Save your commute cost and go green.
Commuter Choice
Full-time Mason employees can receive up to $325 per month to commute by public transit or vanpool.
Patriot Lift
On-campus transportation services for students, faculty, and staff needed for long- or short-term mobility assistance.
Donation Drive
Nov. 17 - Dec. 18
Bring donation items to the Parking Services Office for a chance to take $15, $20, or $30 off an outstanding citation balance. All donations will benefit the Patriot Pantry.
Your license plate
is now your permit
Register your license plate when purchasing your virtual permit. It's easy to manage from anywhere, anytime.
Share the Campus Together
Whether you walk, bike, or scoot, we're all part of the George Mason Community! Please be mindful and share the road for all types of riders. See below for tips and resources for keeping our campus safe and inclusive.