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George Mason University

George Mason

Fairfax, Virginia 22030-4444

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Strong graduate outcomes — known for business

George Mason University is a public institution in Fairfax with particular strength in business and computer science. With an average SAT of 1247, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A large campus of 27.1K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

69% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $76,343 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $18,287.

Established
1949
Motto
"Freedom and Learning"
Mascot
The Patriot
Type
Public research university
Conference
Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association as members of the Atlantic 10 Conference for most sports
Division
Division I

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89%Acceptance
1247SAT Avg
27,083Students
16:1Student:Faculty
69%Grad Rate
$76,343Earnings 10yr
$18,287Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

George Mason University Launches New Data Science Minor

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

Admissions

Acceptance Rate88.8%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1247

Reading & WritingMid: 625
580670
MathMid: 620
560670

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 28
2530

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

88.8%

Trend

SAT Avg

1247

Yield Rate

35.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition (in-state)$13,815
Tuition (out-of-state)$39,397
Room & Board$15,151
Books & Supplies$1,278
Total Cost of Attendance$26,972
Average Net Price$18,287
Median Debt at Graduation$19,500
Monthly Payment (10yr)$207

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$12,197
$30–48K$13,383
$48–75K$16,296
$75–110K$20,394
$110K+$25,247

Financial Intel

Avg Net Price

$18,287

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

65.8%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$15,750

Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

193

Peer Average

240

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system

Programs (259)

Student Life

Student Body

Undergrads
27,083
Gender Split
49% / 51%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
30%

Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Black 12%
Hispanic 17%
Asian 24%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 5%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate69.3%
Freshman Retention87.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$60,536
8 Years$68,053
10 Years$76,343

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$57,300
Men
$71,900

Rankings

U.S. News
#109

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

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