ADVANCE is a dual-admission transfer partnership between George Mason University and Virginia Peninsula Community College. ADVANCE is designed to streamline the transfer process for VPCC students interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree.
What are the benefits of joining the ADVANCE program?
Major Cost Savings
Completing your associate degree
before transferring will save
you tuition costs.
Make Every Credit Count
Specialized, aligned curriculum
ensures all credits transfer
toward your program.
Dedicated Coaches
Mason’s coaches provide continuous support and guidance, from enrollment at VPCC to graduation at GMU.
Advance Your Career
Increased access to internship
and co-curricular experiences
prepare you for career success.
Who is eligible?
The program is available to students at VPCC in Virginia who are in good academic standing and who meet these enrollment requirements:
- Hold a high school diploma or GED
- Minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average for students with college credit
- Enrolled in an associate degree program at a participating community college in Virginia
- Have earned no more than 30 college credits at the time of submission of the Declaration
The 30-credit limit does not include AP, IB, CLEP, or any other earned credit by exam. High school dual enrollment credit and credit earned at other U.S. or international colleges or universities apply to the 30-credit limit. Your community college and Mason have different transfer credit policies. It is important to note that your community college may accept transfer credit that Mason does not accept.
Interested in joining the program?
Submit an ADVANCE declaration:
Declaration
Questions? The ADVANCE team
can help answer them:
Information
For additional questions, feel free to contact the ADVANCE team.