Scholarships & Fellowships

General Rules for Scholarship Payments to Non-immigrants It is the responsibility of George Mason University to report and withhold tax on non-qualified scholarships and fellowships for non-immigrants whose tax status…

Prepare the Scholarship or Fellowship Request

Department prepares the Request for Scholarship or Fellowship Payment and sends it to International Tax Office in Fiscal Services, 4400 University Hall, MS 4B2. Documents Required: Request for Scholarship or…

Visit the International Tax Office

Mason International Students receiving scholarship and fellowship payments from Mason must visit the International Tax Office in Fiscal Services if they have not done so previously. Note: There may be…

International Tax Office Responsibilities

The International Tax Office is responsible for ensuring the University complies with U.S. tax and immigration law when making payments to or on behalf of its foreign visitors, vendors and…

Plan a Trip

The Mason Finance Gateway, powered by Chrome River, is used to process all travel pre-approvals and reimbursements. Please note that Mason Finance Gateway is currently used for reimbursements only. If…

Travel Charging Sponsored Project Funding

The dollar limitations on lodging, meals and incidental expenses in conjunction with an overnight trip, and transportation also apply to travel conducted in support of grants and contracts sponsored by…

Use Lodging

Necessary and reasonable lodging expenses for business trips outside of the local area are paid by the traveler and may be reimbursed after trip completion. Lodging rates are governed by…

Lodging in the Local Area

Local Area Lodging for Candidates, Guests, and Speakers Purchasing Office has negotiated contracts with several hotels in the local area. Sponsoring departments are encouraged to make guest lodging arrangements with…

Use Transportation

Transportation expenses for Mason business travel are generally reimbursable subject to the criteria specified in University Policy 2101. Travelers are required to obtain original receipts for all transportation expenses in…

Parking Fees & Toll Charges

Reimbursement is provided for parking fees and toll charges incurred. Parking at airports is limited to the most economical rate. For Questions: Travel Office Staff Directory Department Directory…