George Mason University
Fairfax, VA | gmu.edu
Located just twenty minutes from Washington D.C. in beautiful Fairfax, Virginia, George Mason University is the largest public research institution in the Commonwealth. Whether students choose to take advantage of competitive STEM programs, criminology and forensic science, or Mason’s top fifty Schar School of Government and Public Policy, they’ll be sure to benefit from its close proximity to the capital. Apart from its many resources, internship opportunities, and vibrant student life, Mason boasts one of the most diverse undergraduate populations of any school in the nation.
Representatives
Jeff Fusco
He/Him/His
Senior Assistant Director of Regional Admissions
(413) 841-9523
jfusco@gmu.edu
Details
Institution Type
Public
Campus Setting
Suburban
Closest Airport (Distance)
IAD (19 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
27,000 / 38,000
Average Class Size
25 - 30
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
16:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
20% / 50% / 10%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Atlantic 10
Mid-Range ACT / SAT
23 - 29 / 1100 - 1220
Mid-Range GPA
3.3 - 3.9
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Weighted
Scholarships: Weighted
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
18,993 / 13,295 (70%)
Deposits
5,200
Applications Accepted
Common App
University-Specific App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? Yes
Rolling Admission? Sometimes
Admission Interview? No
Need-blind Admission? Yes
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Action: Nov 1
Regular Decision: Feb 1
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: March 1
Spring: Oct 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
N/A
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
N/A
Link to Scholarship Info
gmu.edu/financial-aid/types-aid/scholarships
Points of Pride
Mason is one of the most diverse universities in the nation, with over 50% of students from underrepresented communities. Mason is also 30% first generation.
Mason grads have the highest average starting salary of any institution in Virginia.
Mason’s law school currently ranks #30 and our undergraduate students can be admitted through the Mason2Mason guaranteed admissions pathway, a score-optional route.
