Frequently Asked Questions

Software Available via Virtual Resources


Many software titles are installed in the Citrix Virtual Lab and can be accessed virtually here.

This includes MS Project, MS Visio, SAS 9.4, SPSS, Abaqus, ArcGIS, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, Matlab, Mathematica, and others.


Software Available for Installation on Personal Computers



Cloud Resources

The information below is for use by students working independently. Please contact your instructor for course or assignment specific instructions for the assigned cloud provider.

  • Amazon (AWS): Students can obtain access to AWS Educate services through their site at https://aws.amazon.com/education/awseducate/ . That site provides access to training on how to use AWS functions as well as credits to be used for AWS services and is for people with email from an educational institution. AWS also offers some free services through their main portal at https://aws.amazon.com/ .
  • Azure: See https://labs.cec.gmu.edu/index.php/FAQ/AzureDevTools
  • Oracle: Access to Oracle cloud services is available through GMU’s membership in Oracle Academy. When creating an account, select George Mason University as your institution. An acknowledgment email will be sent by the next business day.
  • Google: GMU does not currently have a relationship with Google Cloud Services, however certain resources are available for free. See https://cloud.google.com/free/ for more information.

Other Information


Other Questions

Answers to questions about computing services not provided by the College of Engineering and Computing can be found at http://its.gmu.edu.