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George Mason University
Fairfax, VA
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91%Acceptance rate
3.65Avg GPA
$52KCost
27KUndergrads
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George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia•Public

Message from George Mason University

If you're looking for a school that offers a unique combination of academic excellence, a vibrant and diverse community, and incredible career opportunities, George Mason University could be a great fit for you. Situated just a few miles from Washington, D.C., you'll have unparalleled access to internships, jobs, and networking events. The university is known for its commitment to innovation and for providing ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ with hands-on learning experiences and research opportunities, even at the undergraduate level.

Your chances

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Acceptance rate

91%

Public school in Virginia with 27,000 total undergraduate ±«ÓãÖ±²¥
Suburban
Southeast
On campus housing
D1 Basketball
Atlantic 10 Conference
4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030
(703) 993-1000

Admissions

Overall acceptance rate
91%
Yield rate - overall
21%

Acceptance rate breakdown

Women
93%
Men
89%

Applicant breakdown

Total number of applicants
20,527
Women: 55%
Men: 45%

Cost & scholarships

Your estimated net cost
$ ? / year
In-state
$26,521
Out-of-state
$52,103

Average net cost after aid

Income
Average net cost
$0–30,000
$12,235
$30,001–48,000
$12,661
$48,001–75,000
$15,751
$75,001–110,000
$19,450
Over $110,000
$24,224

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Applications

How to apply

Accepts Common App
Test optional
Rec letters optional
Considers class rank
TOEFL required (international applicants)

Tests typically submitted

SAT: 37%
ACT: 3%
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First-year enrolled ±«ÓãÖ±²¥ (full-time)
3,986
Student diversity
Diverse
4-year graduation rate
48%
6-year graduation rate
71%
Retention rate
87%
Admission policy
Co-ed
International ±«ÓãÖ±²¥
5%

Enrolled breakdown by gender

Women: 48%
Men: 52%

Race & ethnicity diversity

Among domestic ±«ÓãÖ±²¥
Asian and Pacific Islander
20%
Black
11%
Hispanic
15%
Native American
< 1%
Other
8%
White
45%

Academics

Student faculty ratio
17:1
Calendar system
Semester

Special academic offering

Study abroad

Credit for AP exams

Offers graduate degree

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