Scholarships

One Application. Multiple Opportunities.

Using one application, undergraduate Costello College of Business students can apply for a variety of George Mason University and Costello College of Business scholarships.

Funding for these scholarships comes from philanthropic support. Both need-based and merit-based scholarships are awarded by the Costello College of Business, and the funds are credited to the student's account in late summer.

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Additional Scholarship Opportunities

Learn more about all of George Mason's scholarship opportunities here. There are also additional external scholarship opportunities available to students through Financial Aid. Please contact the Office of Financial Aid with questions regarding external opportunities.

Student Emergency Assistance Fund

George Mason University Life offers support for current students who are experiencing immediate financial obstacles, such as homelessness and food insecurity. Requests for this funding are reviewed on a rolling basis. To apply, complete the Student Emergency Assistance Fund form.

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Questions?

For any financial aid questions, please contact the Office of Student Financial Aid at (703) 993-2353. For questions regarding the taxability and reporting requirements for an award, please see IRS Publication 970 at irs.gov.

Costello College of Business Scholarships

Accounting Excellence Scholarship

The Accounting Excellence Scholarship was established to provide scholarships to undergraduates enrolled in the Costello College of Business who are majoring in Accounting.

Criteria: Applicants must be enrolled full-time and have a 3.25 or greater GPA.

Anne & Jon Peterson Scholarship in Real Estate Development

The Anne & Jon Peterson Scholarship in Real Estate Development was established in 2017 by Jon and Anne Peterson to provide an annual award each fall to one incoming MS in Real Estate Development student who reflects the Peterson Companies' dedication to developing thriving communities.

Criteria: Preference will be given to residents of VA, MD, or DC, with at least 2 years of professional work experience in some sector of the commercial real estate development industry. Recipients may be full-time or part-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state residents. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid.

Anne K. Altman and Xavier W. Alire Scholarship

The Anne K. Altman and Xavier W. Alire Scholarship was established in 2009 by Anne Altman, BS '82, and her husband to provide scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing a degree within the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipient may be an in-state or out-of-state student, and may be full-time or part-time. May be renewed.

Anzilotti Endowed Scholarship

The Anzilotti Endowed Scholarship was established in 2004 by Mr. and Mrs. Michael G. Anzilotti to benefit undergraduate students. Mr. and Mrs. Anzilotti have a long history of philanthropic support of George Mason University. Mike Anzilotti, MBA '83, LHD '03 (Hon.), a banking executive, is a trustee and former chair of the George Mason University Foundation.

Criteria: Scholarship recipients will be full-time, in-state undergraduates in the Costello College of Business, and will qualify on the basis of academic merit and financial need.

Britton Family Endowed Scholarship

The Britton Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2021 to provide scholarship support for School of Business undergraduate students who are current or aspiring entrepreneurs.

Criteria: Preference will be given to students in accounting or a tech-related field and/or currently in the launch/startup phase of an entrepreneurial venture. Recipients may be enrolled full-time or part-time, may be in-state or out-of-state students, and will qualify on the basis of financial need. This scholarship is renewable.

Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship Advisory Board Undergraduate Scholarship

The Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship Advisory Board Undergraduate Scholarship was established by the Center for Real Estate and Entrepeneurship Advisory Board in 2023 to provide support for students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must have a declared real estate minor with at least 9 credits towards the minor completed. Students must be in good academic standing with preference to those with demonstrated financial need and members of the Real Estate Association student organization. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

CGI Scholarships

The CGI Scholarships were established in 2023 by CGI Federal, Inc. to provide scholarship support to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA 3.0). These scholarships are renewable.

Coleman Raphael Endowed Scholarship

The Coleman Raphael Endowed Scholarship was established in 1986 by the employees of Atlantic Research Corporation in honor of Dr. Coleman Raphael, retiring chairman of the board. Dr. Raphael and his wife, Sylvia Raphael. Dr. Raphael is a former dean of the Costello College of Business and a former trustee of the George Mason University Foundation. The scholarship is for undergraduate or graduate students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: No additional criteria are listed.

Costello College of Business Scholarship Fund

The Costello College of Business Scholarship Fund was established in 1991 to provide scholarships to students majoring in accounting, finance, information systems and operations management, management, or marketing within the College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must be in good standing and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and should show a strong interest in pursuing a career in the field of business and demonstrate current participation in community and/or civic activities.

CREE Advisory Board Scholarship

To provide support for students in the Costello College of Business.

CREE Opportunity Scholarship

The Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship (CREE) Opportunity Scholarship was established in 2020 by the Costello College of Business to provide support for incoming graduate students to the Masters in Real Estate Development (MRED) Program.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time, in-state or out-of-state, and must submit a resume with their application. An interview may be required. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean in coordination with SFA.

Daphne Diana Brooks Scholarship

The Daphne Diana Brooks Scholarship was established in 2025 by Ali Kahil, BS '19, to provide support for undergraduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business who are pursuing degrees in Financial Planning and Wealth Management.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate community involvement, have experience through internships or employment, or are family oriented. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship will be awarded annually and is renewable.

David A. Roe Business Leadership Endowed Scholarship

The David A. Roe Business Leadership Endowed Scholarship was established in 2012 by David MBA '96, BS '89, and Pamela Roe provide scholarships for the Gunston Business Scholars Program within the School of Management

Criteria: To qualify for this award, the recipient must be selected as a "Gunston Scholar" within the School of Management and recipients will be assigned mentors from the alumni/faculty/staff community and will also receive career counseling that includes networking skills, etiquette training, mock interviewing and other skills as deemed appropriate.

E. R. Atkinson Endowed Scholarship for Excellence in Fed or Military Service

The E. R. Atkinson Endowed Scholarship for Excellence in Fed or Military Service was established in 2024 by Christine Landoll to provide scholarship support for undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the in the Costello College of Business who have served, are currently serving, or plan to serve in the U.S. military, federal government, or U.S. law enforcement.

Criteria: Recipients must be pursuing a degree to support their career in their field of federal service. Preference will be given to applicants who have served, or are currently serving, in any of the three categories. Recipients will be asked to self-report this information when applying for the scholarship and to provide proof of service or a memorandum of employment. Recipients may be full-time or part time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (3.0 minimum GPA) and financial need. Scholarship recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

EagleBank Scholarship in Entrepreneurship

The EagleBank Scholarship in Entrepreneurship was established by EagleBank for students in the Costello College of Business and those pursuing a minor in entrepreneurship. Applicants will be required to provide a current resume.

Criteria: Costello College of Business major and entrepreneurship minor; students may be in-state or out-of-state; preference to Washington, D.C., VA, MD students. Required: essay and letter of recommendation;

In order to apply for the EagleBank Scholarship in Innovation and Entrepreneurship, applicants must submit an essay between 500 and 1,000 words (each question), answering the following questions:

What is the greatest challenge facing American small business owners today? Also, what areas or industries provide the greatest opportunities for small business owners to innovate and succeed?
How do you define innovation in today's world?

EagleBank Scholarship in Government Contracting

The EagleBank Scholarship in Government Contracting was established by EagleBank to provide support for undergraduate students pursuing any major within the Costello College of Business or a minor in government contracting, and for graduate students pursuing an accelerated master's degree in government accounting.

Criteria: Recipients may be in-state or out-of-state students. Preference will be given to students from Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

EagleBank Scholarship in Real Estate

The EagleBank Scholarship in Real Estate was established by EagleBank for graduate students in the Costello College of Business pursuing a Master's degree in Real Estate Development. Applicants will be required to provide a letter of recommendation and a current resume.

Criteria: Recipients may be in-state or out-of-state students. Preference will be given to students from Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, DC.

In order to apply for the EagleBank Scholarship in Real Estate, applicants must submit an essay between 500 and 1,000 words (each question), answering the following questions:

What do you see as the next significant challenge facing developers in our market and why? Also, assuming it was feasible to develop any project in Arlington that you wanted, what would you choose and why?
During the award of last year’s scholarships, EagleBank CEO Ron Paul discussed the importance of good leadership with the recipients. He believes there are six important elements to leadership: (1) making an active contribution, (2) developing & maintaining relationships, (3) taking ownership/responsibility, (4) developing expertise, (5) developing a vision, and (6) living a life worth living. Please describe how you have exemplified one of these six elements. Please give an example of a professional contribution you have made to the real estate industry thus far in your career.

Emanuel A. Baker, Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Emanuel A. Baker, Sr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 1991 in memory of Emanuel A. Baker, Sr. by the Northern Virginia Board of Realtors, through multiple donors, to benefit students majoring in finance. Mr. Baker was a real estate executive.

Criteria: No other criteria listed.

FedWriters Scholarships

The FedWriters Scholarships were established in 2024 by FedWriters to provide support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business with preference for those minoring in Government Contracting or Management Information Systems.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA 3.0) and financial need. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. Five scholarships of $2,300 each will be awarded annually. These scholarships are renewable.

First Virginia Bank Endowed Scholarship

The First Virginia Bank Endowed Scholarship was established in 2000 by First Virginia Bank to provide scholarships for undergraduate students majoring in finance.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time (12 credit hours per semester minimum) undergraduate student that must be majoring in Finance. No other criteria listed.

Fowke Family Dreamcatcher Endowed Scholarship

The Fowke Family Dreamcatcher Endowed Scholarship was established in 2024 by Joanie Newhart, MBA '91 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA 3.25) and financial need. Scholarship recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

George Mason Bank-John C. Wood Endowed Scholarship

The George Mason Bank-John C. Wood Endowed Scholarship was established in 2000 by George Mason Bank in honor of the Honorable John C. Wood, who was a director of the bank, first chair of the George Mason University Foundation, and first rector of George Mason University. The purpose is to support a student scholarship to a resident of Northern Virginia pursuing an undergraduate degree within Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients will be freshman who are either full-time or part-time students, either merit or need based, and must show evidence of satisfactory academic progress.

Gerald Hanweck Sr. Legacy Endowed Scholarship

The Gerald Hanweck Sr. Legacy Endowed Scholarship was established in 2022 by Gerald A. Hanweck Jr. To provide scholarship support for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in business with a concentration in finance.

Criteria: Recipients may be enrolled full-time or part-time; may be in-state or out-of-state; will qualify on the basis of academic merit and financial need; and will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Gilbert & Ruth Merten Endowed Scholarship

The Gilbert and Ruth Merten Endowed Scholarship was established in 1998 in honor of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert E. Merten by their son and daughter-in-law, Alan and Sally Merten. Dr. Alan G. Merten is a former university president. The fund provides scholarships for students pursuing an undergraduate degree in the fields of business, engineering, science, or technology.

Criteria: The recipient must maintain at least a 3.0 grade point average and carry a full-time course load with a minimum of 12 credit hours.

Greater Washington Society of CPAs Scholarship Fund

The Greater Washington Society of CPAs Scholarship Fund was established in 2020 by the Greater Washington Society of CPAs to provide support for undergraduate or graduate students pursuing a degree in accounting.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time and may be in-state or out-of-state. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

H. Russell Griffith Endowed Scholarship

The H. Russell Griffith Scholarship Endowment was established in 2017 by Ginny Griffith in honor of H. Rusell Griffith to provide scholarship support to undergraduate or graduate students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the office of Student Financial Aid.

Hazel-Peterson Scholarship

The Hazel - Peterson Scholarship was established in 2024 by Dr. and Mrs. Gregory Washington in honor of the Hazel and Peterson families' longstanding commitment to the continued success and growth of George Mason University to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business who are pursuing a minor in Real Estate Development.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time students and graduates from a high school in Northern Virginia located within fifty miles of the University’s Fairfax campus is preferred. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit with a 3.0 minimum GPA. Scholarship recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Indus Corporation Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Indus Corporation Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by INDUS Corporation. Shivram Krishnan, a former trustee of the George Mason University Foundation, is President and CEO of the corporation.

Criteria: Recipient must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.25 and may be either an in-state or out-of-state student. Preference will be given to a student interested in pursuing a career in technology management.

Interstate Van Lines Endowed Scholarship

The Interstate Van Lines Endowed Scholarship was established in 1983 by Interstate Van Lines to create a scholarship for an undergraduate student from the Northern Virginia area that will enter the field of transportation.

Criteria: Recipient will has a minimum GPA of 2.5. Applicants who are employees or dependents of employees of Interstate Van Lines will be given preference when more than one person meets the criteria.

Jacqueline Jean Brozna Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Jacqueline Jean Brozna Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 1991 in memory of Jacqueline Jean Brozna by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Anthony S. Brozna. Jackie Brozna was a student in the Costello College of Business. The scholarship will be awarded to students who are pursuing an undergraduate degree in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 2.5, must be in-state students and qualify on the basis of financial need. Preference will be given to students from the city of Richmond and to incoming freshmen (with a minimum high school GPA of 2.5). Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of Costello College of Business in coordination with SFA. It is renewable annually, provided the minimum GPA of 2.5 is maintained. Preference will be given to an incoming freshman from the city of Richmond.

James R. Beers Endowed Scholarship

The James R. Beers Endowed Scholarship was established in 2006 by Beers & Cutler PLLC and Jim Beers in honor of founding partner James R. Beers to provide scholarships for juniors and seniors within Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.25 in accounting classes and minimum cumulative GPA of 3.15. Recipients must be pursuing a Bachelors degree in Accounting on a full-time status, demonstrated quantitative skills, and qualify on the basis of academic merit and recommendations.

Janis S. Reed Endowed Scholarship

The Janis S. Reed Endowed Scholarship was established in 2016 by Janis S. Reed to provide scholarships for undergraduates majoring in Accounting.

Criteria: Recipients will qualify on the basis of financial need and academic merit. Must be in-state students. Strong preference will be given to female applicants and those transferring from a community college. Final selections will be made by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business. This scholarship is renewable for one additional academic year.

Jason Howell Financial Planning and Wealth Management Scholarship

The Jason Howell Financial Planning and Wealth Management Scholarship was established in 2022 by the Financial Planning and Wealth Management Advisory Board to provide support for undergraduate students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business with a concentration in financial planning and wealth management in honor of Jason Howell, B.S. Accounting '97.

Criteria: Recipients must be a member of the Financial Planning Association of George Mason Student Chapter, may be enrolled full-time or part-time, may be in-state or out-of-state, and will qualify on the basis of financial need and academic merit (minimum GPA of 3.0). Preference will be given to students with a demonstrated leadership in the George Mason Community. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Jason M. Chesky Endowed Scholarship

The Jason M. Chesky Endowed Scholarship was established in 2021 by Jason Chesky, BS Finance '12, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in Finance.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time; in-state or out-of-state; qualify on basis of financial need and academic merit; minimum GPA 3.5; selected by a committee appointed by the Dean; renewable.

Jeffrey and Debora Smith Endowed Scholarship

The Jeffrey and Debora Smith Endowed Scholarship was established in 2014 by Jeffrey and Deborah Smith to provide scholarships for undergraduate students pursuing a degree in accounting.

Criteria: Recipients will qualify on the basis of financial need and academic merit. Students may be full or part-time and in or out-of-state. May be renewed.

Jimmo Fund For Entrepreneurship

The Jimmo Fund for Entreneurship was established in 2025 by Patrick R. Tierney to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business who are minoring in Entrepreneurship or have either (a)started and are operating their own business at the time of their application or (b) committed to starting their own business within 6 months after the end of the semester in which the award is made. Students must submit a short essay (2 pages or less) discussing their interest in entrepreneurship and detailing their business venture.

Criteria: Preference will be given to students who have started or are operating their own business at the time of their application. Recipients may be full-time or part-time students, may be in-state or out-of-state students and must have a minimum 2.0 GPA. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Johnson Family Endowed Scholarship

The Johnson Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011 by Jeffery M. Johnson, BS '75, and Margaret H. Johnson. Mr. Johnson is a member of the George Mason University Foundation Board of Trustees. This fund provides financial support for a student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program within the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipient(s) will qualify on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Recipient may be full time or part time and may be an in-state, out-of-state, or international student.

Judy L. Redpath Finance Endowed Scholarship

The Judy L. Redpath Finance Endowed Scholarship was established in 2024 by Judy L. Redpath, MBA '84 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students pursuing a BS in Business with a concentration in Finance or Financial Planning and Wealth Management. Recipients may be full-time students or part-time students enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester.

Criteria: Recipients may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum 3.0 GPA) with preference given to those who also qualify on the basis of financial need. The intent of the fund is to assist undergraduate students who have experienced a gap in their education of five or more years. Scholarship recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship will be awarded annually. This scholarship is renewable for two years.

Kahil Family Scholarship Fund

The Kahil Family Scholarship was established in 2022 by Ali B. Kahil, BS '19, to provide scholarship support for students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipient must be an undergraduate student, enrolled full-time, may be either in-state or out-of-state, will qualify on the basis of financial need and will maintain a 3.33 or higher GPA. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. The scholarship amount to be awarded is $2,500 in the fall semester and an additional $2,500, if the student is still eligible, in the spring semester. No other criteria given.

Kaylene Green Endowed Scholarship

The Kaylene Green Endowed Scholarship was established in 2016 in honor of Kaylene Green in recognition of the services to the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients will be undergraduate students studying in the School of Business who have demonstrated leadership, business acumen, and service to the school. The selection Committee, which will be appointed by the Dean, will hae the discretion to determine what qualifies to fulfill the criteria of leadership, acumen, and service. Additionally, applicants may be full or part time and either in state or out of state and will have completed 60 credit hours. Recipients will be actively employed either full or part time and may be asked to provide proof of employment. Strong preference will be given to women and students who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Is renewable.

Kenneth A. Kovach Memorial Endowed Scholarship

The Kenneth A. Kovach Memorial Endowed Scholarship was established in 2008 by Charla L. Kovach. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships for full-time undergraduates in the Costello College of Business who are majoring in management.

Criteria: Recipients must have a minimum 3.0 GPA. Preference will be given to a student who will pursue a career in labor relations or human resource management.

Kevin and Veronica McCrohan Endowed Scholarship

The Kevin and Veronica McCrohan Endowed Scholarship was established in 2016 by Kevin McCrohan, PhD to provide scholarship support to undergraduate students majoring or minoring in Marketing in the Costello College of Business who are serving, or have served, in Special Operations or have been wounded in combat while serving in any branch of the US Armed Forces (i.e. Purple Heart recipients).

Criteria: If no applicants meet these criteria, preference will next be given to those serving, or who have served, in the combat arms of the US Army (Combat Arms or Combat Support; Air Defense Artillery, Armor, Aviation Engineers, Field Artillery, Infantry, Chemical Corps, Military Intelligence, Military Police or Signal Corps) or in the US Marine Corps. If no applicants meet these criteria, preference will next be given to any honorably discharged veteran. If no applicants meet these criteria, preference will next be given to any Marketing student. Recipients who qualify through the first three options must provide their Form 00214 for appropriate documentation of service. Recipients must be full-time students and may be either in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum 2.5 GPA). Strongest preference will be given to applicants with 3.0 GPAs and above. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Kumar Mehta Endowed Scholarship in ISOM

The Kumar Mehta Endowed Scholarship in Information Systems and Operations Management was established in 2011 by Dr. Kumar Mehta. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships for undergraduates pursuing a major in Information Systems and Operations Management.

Criteria: Recipients must be in their sophomore, junior, or senior year of study and may be in or out-of-state. Recipient will be a full-time student with preference given to a female student. Students will qualify on the basis of academic merit and financial need. May be renewed.

Leidos Scholarship

The Leidos Scholarship was established in 2024 by Leidos to provide support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum 3.25 GPA) and financial need. Recipients must be involved in student organization(s) at George Mason University with preference given to those involved in student organizations within the Costello College of Business. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. Four scholarships of $2,100 each will be awarded annually. These scholarships are renewable.

Maximus Scholarships

The Maximus Scholarships were established in 2023 by Maximus to provide support for undergraduate students pursuing a Business Degree in Management Information Systems or Business Analytics.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit. Four scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded each year. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

MetroStar Systems, LLC Scholarship

The MetroStar Systems, LLC Scholarship was established in 2025 by MetroStar to provide support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business with a preference for those minoring in Government Contracting or Management Information Systems.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum 3.0 GPA) and financial need. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. Four scholarships of $2,100 each will be awarded annually. These scholarships are renewable.

Michael S. VanPatten Family Endowed Scholarship

The Michael S. VanPatten Family Endowed Scholarship was established in 2021 by Mr. VanPatten to provide scholarship support for students pursuing a master's degree in business administration.

Criteria: Recipients must be enrolled part-time; can be in-state, out-of-state or international students; will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA of 3.5); and will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of SFA. This scholarship is renewable. Preference given to students who have completed at least two MBA courses.

NobleReach Foundation Scholarship

The NobleReach Foundation Scholarship was eastablished in 2024 by the NobleReach Foundation to provide support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business who hold a leadership position in a Registered Student Organization (RSO) at the University.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum 3.25 GPA) and financial need. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. Four scholarships of $2,100 each will be awarded annually. These scholarships are renewable.

NVBIA Past Presidents Scholarship

The NVBIA Past Presidents Scholarship was established in 2017 by the Nothern Virginia Building Industry Association to provide scholarships for an incoming graduate student in the Masters in Real Estate Development program, one in Fall 2017 and the other in Spring 2018.

Criteria: Preference will be given to a VA resident with at least 2 years of professional work experience in some sector of the residential homebuilding industry. Recipients may be either full or part-time.

Pam Maple Endowed Scholarship

The Pam Maple Endowed Scholarship was established in 2021 by Pam Maple, MBA '09, to provide scholarship support for graduate students pursuing a degree within the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients may be enrolled full-time or part-time; must be in-state; qualify on the basis of financial need and will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Parvin Van Enger Endowed Scholarship Fund

The Parvin J. Van Enger Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 by Parvin J. Van Enger, BS '00, to provide scholarships to Costello College of Business students who are pursuing degrees in accounting.

Criteria: Recipients may be an undergraduate or graduate, full or part-time, and will qualify on the basis of academic merit and financial need. Student should be a U.S. citizen. May be renewed.

Pay it Forward Endowed Scholarship

The Pay It Forward Endowed Scholarship was established in 2022 by Philip E. Wolf and Paige P. Wolf, PhD, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students who are pursuing a BS in Business with a concentration in Financial Planning and Wealth Management.

Criteria: Recipients may be full-time or part-time; in-state, out-of-state or international students; and selected by a committee appointed by the Dean in coordination with the Office of SFA. This scholarship is renewable. Preference will be given to first generation college students.

Peraton Scholarships

The Peraton Scholarships were established in 2025 by Peraton to provide support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business with preference for those majoring in Information Systems and Operations Management or concentrating in Government Contracting.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA 3.0) and financial need. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. Four scholarships of $2,100 each will be awarded annually for three years. These scholarships are renewable.

Pete Bianco Endowed Scholarship

The Pete Bianco Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011 to provide scholarships for MBA students to participate in the MindShare Program, or an alternative executive-mentoring program.

Criteria: Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the office of Student Financial Aid.

Peter B. Tarbox Endowed Scholarship

The Peter B. Tarbox Endowed Scholarship was established in 1995 by Costello College of Business to provide a scholarship for undergraduate students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: No other criteria listed.

Prema Endowed Scholarship

The Prema Endowed Scholarship was established in 2022 by Venkat Kodumudi to provide scholarship support to undergraduate or graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients may be either full-time or part-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state residents. Preference will be given to students who demonstrate interest in entering the field of health care, sustainability. Recipients must demonstrate financial need and will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. Renewable.

Raleigh F. Steinhauer Endowed Scholarship in Business Policy and Strategic Management

The Raleigh F. Steinhauer Endowed Scholarship in Business Policy and Strategic Management was established in 1996 by Mr. and Mrs. Raleigh R. Steinhauer to provide a scholarship to a U.S. citizen, Business Administration senior or graduate student, that is enrolled in a Business Policy/Strategic Management course to fulfill degree requirements.

Criteria: Recipients must be U.S. citizens and enrolled in, or required to enroll in, a Business Policy/Strategic Management course to fulfill degree requirements. Additionally, the recipient will be required to satisfactorily complete a major research project in Business Policy/Strategic Management, under the guidance of a qualified faculty member.

Richard Chan Legacy Scholarship Endowment

The Richard Chan Legacy Scholarship Endowment was established in 2022 to provide scholarship support for undergraduate student(s) in the Information Systems and Operations Management focused concentration in honor of Richard Chan, M.S. '11.

Criteria: Recipients must demonstrate financial need and will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. No other criteria given.

Richard J. Klimoski Honors Endowed Scholarship

The Richard J. Klimoski Honors Endowed Scholarship was established in 2009 in honor of Richard A. Klimoski, former Dean of the Costello College of Business, faculty member, and former Trustee of the George Mason University Foundation. This fund provides scholarships for undergraduate students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must be a junior or senior with a minimum GPA of 3.75 and must display leadership qualities. Student may be in-state or out-of-state and be full or part-time. May be renewed.

Robert M. Amey Business Endowed Scholarship

The Robert M. Amey Business Endowed Scholarship was established in 2022. The purpose of the scholarship is to provide scholarship support for undergraduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipients must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents; in-state students; full-time or part-time; have a minimum high school GPA of 3.0; and qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA of 3.0). Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean and in coordination with the Office of SFA. This scholarship is renewable.

Robert Wulff Legacy Endowed Scholarship

The Robert Wulff Legacy Endowed Scholarship was estabished in 2016 by Scott Plein to provide scholarships graduate MS student in Real Estate Development in honor of Robery Wulff.

Criteria: Recipients must be incoming students, whose first semester in the program is also the fall semester, have accepted their program admission, and paid the fall enrollment deposit. Applicants must submit a "Professional Project Portfolio."

Rothstein Investment Advisors Inc. Endowed Scholarship

The Rothstein Investment Advisors Inc. Endowed Scholarship was established in 1997 by Rothstein Investment Advisors for the purpose of providing support for undergraduate students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: The recipients will have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and demonstrate financial need (using a Free Application for Financial Aid). The scholarships are to be awarded by the scholarship selection committee within the Costello College of Business and shall include a representative from Student Financial Aid.

S&P Global Ratings Scholarships

The S&P Global Ratings Scholarship was established in 2023 by S&P Global Ratings to provide support for undergraduate students pursuing a Finance Degree.

Criteria: Recipients must be full-time students and may be in-state or out-of-state students. Recipients will qualify on the basis of academic merit (minimum GPA 3.0). Recipients must have completed SBUS FNAN 311. This scholarship is renewable.

Costello College of Business Alumni Chapter Emerging Business Leader Endowed Scholarship

The Costello College of Business Alumni Chapter Emerging Business Leader Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 by the Costello College of Business Alumni Chapter to provide general scholarship support to a graduate or undergraduate student registered in a Costello College of Business degree program.

Criteria: Recipients must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 for undergraduate students and a minimum of 3.75 for graduate students. Undergraduates must have completed at least 60 credit hours. Transfer students must have at least 12 George Mason credit hours. Recipients are selected on the basis of academic achievement and service achievements.

Shrivastava Family Public Service Endowed Scholarship

The Shrivastava Family Public Service Endowed Scholarship was established in 2017 by Sumeet Shrivastava, MBA '94, to provide scholarship support for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business who demonstrate an interest in public service, government contracting, or careers in government. Applicants must submit an essay discussing their interest in those preference areas.

Criteria: The recipients will be undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the Costello College of Business who demonstrate an interest in public service, government contracting, or careers in government. Applicants must submit an essay discussing their interest in those preference areas. Recipients will qualify on the basis of financial need. Recipients will be selected by a committee appointed by the Dean of the Costello College of Business in coordination with the Office of Student Financial Aid. This scholarship is renewable.

Tongren Marketing Endowed Scholarship

The Dr. Hale N. Tongren Marketing Scholarship Endowment was established in 1995 by the late Dr. Hale N. Tongren to provide scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students majoring in marketing. Dr. Tongren was a professor of Marketing at George Mason and also served on the Board of Trustees of the Foundation.

Criteria: The recipients will be an undergraduate or graduate stuend majoring in marketing.

William C. Frogale Endowed Scholarship

The William C. Frogale Endowed Scholarship was established in 2011 by Gene L. Frogale, MBA '08, and Robert J. Frogale, BA '80. The purpose of the fund is to provide scholarships for students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: The recipients may be in or out-of-state students and will be selected by the Dean based on financial need and academic merit. This scholarship is renewable.

Women in Business Initiative Endowed Scholarship

The Women in Business Initiative Endowed Scholarship was established in 2015 to provide scholarships to female students in the Costello College of Business.

Criteria: Recipient will qualify on the basis of academic merit and financial need and may be either in-state or out-of-state. May be renewed.