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George Mason University

Fairfax, VA • public • I | Atlantic 10 Conference
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Acceptance
88.8%
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Grad Rate
69%
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Cost
$29,166 / $53,634

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Suburban (Large)
Student Population
Undergrad: 33,763 • Total: 48,495
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Fairfax, VA
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Website
www.gmu.edu
Region
Southeast
Carnegie Classification
R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 16,875 (50.0%) • Female: 16,888 (50.0%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
88.8%
20,057 admitted from 22,579 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 580-670
Math: 560-670
Total: 1140-1340
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
25-30
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Application Fee
$70
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/1/2025
RD: 2026-02-01

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
69.3%
4-Year Graduation Rate
47.7%
Freshman Retention Rate
87.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$29,166
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$53,634
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $10,392
Out-of-state: $34,860
Room & Board
$15,270
Books & Supplies
$3,504
Students Receiving Pell Grants
30%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Atlantic 10 Conference
Men's Sports (9)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball Wrestling
Women's Sports (9)
Basketball Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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Common questions about George Mason University

What is George Mason University's acceptance rate?
George Mason University accepts 89% of applicants, from 22,579 applications.
How much does George Mason University cost?
Tuition and fees are $10,392 in-state and $34,860 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for George Mason University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 25 and 30 on the ACT.
What is George Mason University's graduation rate?
69% of students graduate within six years.