George Mason University

The acceptance rate at George Mason University is 90%. Out of 20,001 applications received in 2023, 18,001 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to George Mason University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/1 and the fee for the application costs $70.

George Mason University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of George Mason University's admissions stats.

George Mason University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	15%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	38%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	Yes

George Mason University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for George Mason University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	–

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Want to Apply Early to George Mason University?

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George Mason University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. George Mason University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

George Mason University accepts about 9% of early action applicants and 90% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, George Mason University admitted 9,43 of the 1,416 who applied early action.

Some students apply to college early to increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of being admitted, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on George Mason University Admissions

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Transferring to George Mason University

For more information on transferring to George Mason University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to George Mason University

George Mason University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does George Mason University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at George Mason University

What does George Mason University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with George Mason University for more information on admission factors.

George Mason University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to George Mason University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with George Mason University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into George Mason University?

Students admitted to George Mason University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 26% submitted a class rank. At George Mason University 15% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 43% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At George Mason University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	27.7%
3.75 and 3.99	23.6%
3.50 and 3.74	21.3%
3.25 and 3.49	17.4%
3.00 and 3.24	9%
2.50 and 2.9	1%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to George Mason University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

George Mason University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 38% of George Mason University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for George Mason University?

To be competitive with other George Mason University applicants, you should aim to score between 1160 and 1340 (or higher!) on the SAT. At George Mason University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1340 and 25% of scored lower than 1160, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of George Mason University students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of George Mason University students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at George Mason University, you should strive to earn between 25 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for George Mason University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for George Mason University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to George Mason University

Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in George Mason University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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George Mason University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to George Mason University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to George Mason University.

Does George Mason University accept transfer credits?

✅ George Mason University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. George Mason University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to George Mason University?

❌ No, George Mason University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is George Mason University's acceptance rate?

✅ George Mason University has an acceptance rate of 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at George Mason University?

❌ George Mason University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at George Mason University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at George Mason University was 9% in 2021.

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