In order to take advantage of George Mason University privileges, OLLI Mason members must submit an application for a Mason affiliate account. All OLLI Mason members, except those who purchased an introductory membership, are eligible to apply for an account which includes a G number and university ID card. Once the application has been processed by the university, the applicant will receive an email from OLLI Mason with information on how to activate their account and obtain a Mason ID card. The Mason affiliate account is automatically renewed each year with your OLLI Mason membership renewal. A list of privileges for OLLI Mason affiliates is listed below and is subject to change.
Book Store
Receive a 10% discount on most merchandise with your Mason ID card. Exclusions include: magazines, newspapers and convenience items or as designated.
Dining Services
Ability to purchase Bite Plans which can be used in the dining halls. Discounts vary and require your Mason ID card and must have a current Banner record.
Recreation Facilities at the Fairfax Campus
Annual membership discount (employee rate) available with your Mason ID card (currently $300).
Library
Borrow up to ten books at one time for a three-week loan period with one online renewal. OLLI faculty may borrow up to six media items at one time for a loan period of one week. Request that items held at other Mason campuses be delivered to the library at their preferred campus location, with the exception of the Law School Library,
which is not included.
Eagle Bank Arena
Discounts vary per event and require your Mason ID card.
Freedom Center
15% discount off of regular annual membership rates.
Performing Arts Center
Discounts are offered, but not to all events. Discounts vary with performance and require your Mason ID card.
Patriot Perks (patriotperks.gmu.edu)
Access to discounts at local restaurants, professional services, health and fitness services, etc. with your Mason ID card.
CUE Bus
CUE Bus rides for free with show of your Mason ID card and must have current Banner record.
Wells Fargo
Eligible for Mason affinity Debit Card with your Mason ID card. Same benefits as other customers.
The privileges listed above were revised May 2022
Fairfax Campus Parking Permit
The Fairfax campus parking office offers OLLI Mason members an annual (August - July) general parking lot permit. The fee is $15 and is available from the Fairfax Campus parking office located at the Shandy Creek Transit Center. The center is adjacent to the Shenandoah Parking garage, which offers 30 minutes free parking.